Huawei is back in the spotlight with the newly launched Huawei Pura 80 5G, a premium smartphone that blends elegant design with cutting-edge camera tech and a flagship-level 5G experience. We got an early hands-on look at the Pura 80 5G, and it’s clear that Huawei is once again pushing boundaries especially in photography and design innovation.
Elegant Starry Design with Premium Feel
Right out of the box, the Huawei Pura 80 5G impresses with its refined dual-curved glass design, polished aluminum frame, and a shimmering Starry Blue finish that catches light from every angle. The phone feels ultra-premium in hand, with perfect weight balance and tactile buttons. The rear camera module is uniquely shaped with a bold triangular housing, giving the Pura 80 its signature flagship character.
OLED Display with Rich Colors and Fast Refresh Rate
The phone sports a 6.7-inch Full HD+ OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1440Hz PWM dimming, making scrolling and animations ultra-smooth. Whether you’re watching content or just browsing, the panel offers rich color contrast, deep blacks, and excellent viewing angles. It’s one of the best non-Google Android display experiences we’ve seen recently.
XMAGE-Powered 50MP Main Camera Delivers Big
Huawei’s XMAGE imaging technology powers the Pura 80’s camera setup, led by a 50MP Ultra Aperture primary lens, accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide and telephoto unit. In our brief testing, the main sensor delivered sharp, vibrant photos, especially in low light. The night mode is impressive, capturing clean and detailed shots with minimal noise. The selfie camera also performs well, with natural skin tones and great edge detection in portrait mode.
HarmonyOS Performance & Kirin 5G Comeback
The phone is powered by the latest Kirin 9010 5G chipset, and runs HarmonyOS 4.2, which feels clean, fast, and fluid. App transitions are smooth, multitasking is effortless, and the device handled gaming without heating during short play sessions. HarmonyOS also introduces new AI-assisted privacy features, improved widget customization, and fast cross-device interaction.
Conclusion: The Huawei Pura 80 5G brings back the brand’s iconic style and mobile camera leadership. With its premium design, smooth performance, and XMAGE photography enhancements, it’s a compelling flagship alternative especially for those who want something unique outside the mainstream Android and iOS ecosystem.
Disclaimer: This is an early hands-on impression based on limited testing. Full performance, battery life, and software experience may vary with extended usage.
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