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Huawei
Pura 70 Ultra
- 6.8-inch LTPO OLED
- Kirin 9010
- 226 g
- 5200 mAh
Physical specifications
6.8"
Display size
226 g
Weight
162.6 mm
Height
75.1 mm
Width
8.4 mm
Thickness
19.5:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Released
- April 18, 2024
Display
- Display size
- 6.8"
- Display technology
- LTPO OLED
- Resolution
- 2844 × 1260
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
Performance
- Chipset
- Kirin 9010
- RAM
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 5200 mAh
- Rated capacity
- 5100 mAh
- Wired charging
- 100 W
- Wireless charging
- 80 W
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Wide · 50 MP · F1.6-F4.0 · OIS; Ultra Wide · 40 MP · F2.2; Telephoto · 50 MP · F2.1 · 3.5x · OIS
- Front cameras
- Selfie · 13 MP · F2.4
Build & durability
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- LTE, 3G, 2G
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.2
- USB
- USB Type-C 3.1 GEN1
- NFC
- Yes
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
8.0
out of 10
A photography-first flagship with a genuinely distinctive 1-inch retractable main camera, fast 100W/80W charging, and IP68 durability — held back for many buyers by the total absence of Google Mobile Services.
Category scores
Camera
9.5
1-inch retractable sensor with variable aperture and OIS delivers standout low-light and portrait results rare on any phone.
Battery and charging
8.5
5200mAh with 100W wired and 80W wireless charging removes most battery anxiety.
Performance
7.0
Kirin 9010 feels smooth daily but trails Snapdragon/Dimensity flagships in raw benchmarks.
Handling and portability
6.5
226 g and a prominent camera module make for a substantial, camera-forward handling profile.
Build quality
8.5
IP68 sealing, Kunlun Glass 2, and a proven retractable mechanism build owner confidence over time.
Value
7.0
Exceptional camera hardware offset by the real cost of missing Google Mobile Services for many buyers.
Strengths
- Class-leading 1-inch retractable main camera with variable aperture
- 100W wired plus 80W wireless charging on a 5200mAh cell
- IP68 sealing with a build that has held up well over time
- Bright, smooth 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display
Weaknesses
- No Google Mobile Services — ongoing workaround maintenance required
- 226 g weight feels substantial for extended one-handed use
- Kirin 9010 trails class-leading Android benchmarks
- Limited official carrier and retail support outside core markets
Best for
- Photography enthusiasts prioritizing sensor size over app-store convenience
- Existing Huawei ecosystem owners
- Buyers comfortable with AppGallery and workaround app installs
- Fast-charging enthusiasts wanting both wired and wireless speed
Less suitable for
- Buyers who depend on Google Play, Gmail, or Google Wallet daily
- Shoppers prioritizing peak synthetic benchmark performance
- Anyone uncomfortable with a mechanically moving camera lens
- Buyers outside markets with reliable Huawei retail and service support
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: Huawei P-series or older Mate phones
Recommendation: Strongly recommendedNotes: A clear camera, display, and charging leap while staying inside the familiar Huawei ecosystem.
Current device: Android flagship shoppers needing Google services
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: The missing GMS is a hard blocker for daily Google-dependent workflows regardless of camera appeal.
Current device: Mobile photography enthusiasts on any platform
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: The 1-inch retractable sensor is a genuine differentiator worth evaluating in person.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
ManageableOne-handed use is workable, with some stretch for top-of-screen reach.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
HeavyHeavier in the hand; longer sessions may feel more tiring.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
High-endIts processor and graphics hardware are suited to demanding games and higher visual settings.
Bottom line
The Huawei Pura 70 Ultra earns its flagship-photography reputation through a genuinely distinctive 1-inch retractable main camera, fast dual-mode charging, and durable IP68 construction. The trade-off is stark and non-negotiable: no Google Mobile Services means real workaround maintenance for most Western app workflows, so this phone rewards photography enthusiasts and existing Huawei ecosystem owners far more than mainstream Android shoppers.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Connectivity
- LTE3G2G
- Colors
- `huawei-pura70-ultra`
- RAM
- 16 GB
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