The Huawei MatePad 12 X aims to increase productivity, but it might require users to make compromises.
Huawei's latest tablet sounds fantastic on paper, but without Android, can you take full advantage of its features?
The Huawei MatePad 12 X tablet aims to deliver high performance with a set of features geared toward professionals.
Here are the specifications:
It is roughly 6mm thick and weighs 555 grams
The 12" display has 2800x1840 resolution, 280 PPI, and 1,000 nits peak brightness
12GB of RAM
256GB of storage
A 10,100 mAh battery that supports fast charging
It has a 50MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera.
Notably, it features six speakers
It runs HarmonyOS 4.3
The main features are the PaperMatte display and the M-Pencil Pro stylus. The display uses TFT LCD technology, not the Tandem OLED found in the MatePad Pro 12.2. The PaperMatte screen reduces reflections and makes handwriting feel natural, but it can make the screen appear less vibrant. This treatment is also expected to reduce eye strain. This generation is said to reduce screen glare by 50%.
The M-Pencil Pro stylus provides menus and tools that are useful for designers and illustrators. A new shortcut key allows note-takers to directly open the Notes app.
These features may only work within Huawei's own apps, so pressure sensitivity may not function in third-party apps. The M-Pencil Pro also supports handwriting recognition and gesture controls.
Since Huawei's platform is not Android-based, this could mean better integration of its tools. However, users may not be able to access apps only available on Google Play.
There are other options, such as the Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus and the OnePlus Pad 3.
Huawei's selection of tablets may make choosing difficult. Should you pick the more expensive tablet with a better screen, a similar smaller and cheaper model, or the 12 X with its six speakers and 50MP camera?
The MatePad 12 X has unique features and is more affordable than the Pro models.
The tablet seems like a mixed bag with a smaller size and a display that is not as good, but with better audio and cameras. This allows for a lower price while offering the display, app suite, and M-Pencil Pro.
In some regions, the MatePad 12 X comes with the stylus and a keyboard, creating a laptop-like experience.
The 12 X may appeal to a specific audience.
The Huawei MatePad 12 X is available on Huawei's UK online store. For £599.99, it includes a SuperCharge adapter, USB-C cable, the M-Pencil Pro stylus, and a Magnetic Keyboard.