Key Announcement Summary
Huawei officially launched the Mate 90 series on October 2026, with the Mate 90 Pro Max as the top-tier model. Sales are now open, accompanied by performance unlock via HarmonyOS 4.2.
- Release date: October 2026
- New model: Mate 90 Pro Max (highest configuration in the series)
- Pricing: 12GB+256GB: ¥6,499; 12GB+512GB: ¥6,999; 16GB+1TB: ¥8,499
- Availability: On sale now
- Performance unlocked: Yes, HarmonyOS 4.2 enables full performance of Kirin 9000S
Key fact: This is Huawei’s first Mate series to offer 1TB storage, catering to power users requiring massive local data storage.
Hardware Specifications and Technical Innovations
The Mate 90 Pro Max ships with the Kirin 9000S chip—a self-developed 5nm processor from Huawei integrating AI processing units and a 5G baseband. Notably, its GPU now supports Vulkan 1.1 graphics API, improving compatibility for gaming and graphics-intensive applications.
Display features a 6.82-inch OLED curved screen with 1.5K resolution (2800×1260), 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming to reduce eye strain under low-brightness conditions.
The camera system represents the main upgrade area:
- Main: 50MP RYYB ultra-light sensor with f/1.4-f/4.0 variable aperture
- Ultra-wide: 12MP -潜望 telephoto: 10MP with 3x optical zoom and 50x digital zoom
Front camera is 13MP, supporting portrait lighting simulation.
Notable trade-off: Despite being the flagship model, the Mate 90 Pro Max retains a 5100mAh battery—the same as the Mate 90 Pro—indicating current high-density battery technologies (such as silicon-carbon anodes) remain constrained by manufacturing costs.
Model Comparison
The table below summarizes publicly listed configurations (data sourced from official website):
| Version | Storage | Price | Screen Size | Main Camera | Special Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mate 90 | 12GB+256GB | ¥5,999 | 6.78" | 50MP RYYB | 66W fast charging |
| Mate 90 Pro | 12GB+512GB | ¥6,799 | 6.82" | 50MP RYYB | 100W fast charging + Li-polymer battery |
| Mate 90 Pro Max | 12GB+256GB | ¥6,499 | 6.82" | 50MP RYYB | Telephoto zoom + 1TB option |
| Mate 90 Pro Max | 12GB+512GB | ¥6,999 | 6.82" | 50MP RYYB | Telephoto zoom |
| Mate 90 Pro Max | 16GB+1TB | ¥8,499 | 6.82" | 50MP RYYB | Telephoto zoom + 1TB storage |
Buying Recommendations
Best for:
- Photography enthusiasts needing telephoto capability (only Pro Max features the潜望 telephoto lens)
- Power users requiring massive local storage—especially those shooting 4K video or handling large files (1TB version narrows the gap between phones and light laptops)
- Existing Huawei ecosystem owners (tablet, laptop, watch) who benefit from Multi-screen Collaboration and Super Terminal features
Consider waiting:
- Users prioritizing ultra-fast charging: Pro Max’s 66W wired charging lags behind competitors offering 100W+ solutions; check competing flagship releases if charging speed is critical
- Those planning installment purchases: Historical patterns suggest significant discounts typically arrive 6-8 months post-launch during major sales events like 618 or Single’s Day
Closing Comment
Huawei’s Mate 90 Pro Max launch further segments its premium product lineup. The introduction of 1TB storage and full performance unlock signals a strategic shift from “functional” to “sufficient” and “superior” for high-end users—driving coordinated innovation across China’s domestic supply chain in storage and imaging chip development.