Huawei, known for its innovative foldable devices like the Mate XT Ultimate, has unveiled a new flip phone with a unique design. The Huawei Pura X, recently launched in China, stands out with its unconventional wide aspect ratio, differentiating it from typical flip phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.
A Unique Form Factor
While its global availability remains uncertain, the Pura X’s distinctive 16:10 aspect ratio warrants attention. Unlike the more common, narrower flip phones, this design choice gives the Pura X a significantly wider profile. This immediately sets it apart in the foldable phone market.
Display and Camera Specs
The Pura X boasts a 6.3-inch internal display with a 2,120 x 1,320 pixel resolution and a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz. Complementing this is a 3.5-inch outer display with a 980 x 980 resolution, providing quick access to notifications and other information.
Positioned above the outer display is a quad-camera setup. This system features a 50-megapixel main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a 40-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and an 8-megapixel telephoto sensor offering 3.5x optical zoom. An additional 10.7-megapixel sensor rounds out the camera system, although its specific function isn’t detailed.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the Pura X offers powerful performance with 12GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB and 512GB. A premium “Huawei Pura X Collection” model further enhances performance with 16GB of RAM and 512GB or 1TB of storage. Powering the device is a 4,720mAh battery, slightly larger than the Galaxy Z Flip 6’s, and it runs on Huawei’s Harmony OS.
Price and Availability
Currently, the Huawei Pura X has only been announced for the Chinese market. The base model is priced at RMB 7,499, which translates to approximately $1,038 USD. While the Mate XT Ultimate eventually saw a global release, it remains to be seen whether the Pura X will follow suit.
Conclusion: A Bold New Direction for Foldables
The Huawei Pura X represents a bold departure from traditional flip phone design. Its unique wide aspect ratio and impressive specifications make it an intriguing device, even with limited availability. While questions remain about its global release, the Pura X showcases Huawei’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of foldable phone technology.
