Finally — an Ultra-Thin Phone That Doesn’t Sacrifice Battery Life

Huawei throws its hat into the ultra-thin ring, unveiling the Mate 70 Air. But while it aims to rival titans like the iPhone Air, Galaxy S25 Edge, and Motorola Edge 70, there’s a twist: it surprisingly packs a little moregirththan its slender competitors. Is this a design choice, a battery life secret, or simply a different approach to sleek? Only time will tell if Huawei’s "thickest of the bunch" strategy will pay off in the ultra-competitive smartphone market.

Huawei’s ultra-thin phone is a bit thicker than its competitors, for a good reason

While undeniably sleek, this phone carries a bit more substance than its featherweight competitors. At 6.6mm (excluding the camera bump), it’s noticeably thicker than the impossibly thin iPhone Air (5.6mm), the elegantly curved Galaxy S25 Edge (5.8mm), and the streamlined Motorola Edge 70 (5.9mm).

But here’s the kicker: the Huawei Mate 70 Air packs a monstrous 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery that utterly eclipses the competition. A bit more heft? Absolutely. Worth it for days of untethered power? You bet.

It supports 66W charging

Fueling up is swift with the 66W wired charging, and when needed, you can share some juice with 5W reverse wired charging. Weighing in at 208 grams, this phone packs a massive display, though, sadly, no wireless charging a compromise in light of its other features.

Feast your eyes on the Huawei Mate 70 Air, a marvel boasting a vibrant 7-inch AMOLED display. Its 2760 x 1320 resolution dances with a silky smooth 120Hz refresh rate, bringing every image to life. Rain or shine, the Mate 70 Air is ready, encased in armor-like IP68/IP69-certified protection against water and dust, letting you explore without limits.

Beneath the sleek exterior lies the heart of innovation: Huawei’s Kirin 9020 series. The 12GB RAM model surges with power, driven by the Kirin 9020A, while the 16GB RAM variant unleashes unparalleled performance thanks to the Kirin 9020B chip. Experience a seamless and intuitive user experience right out of the box with HarmonyOS 5.1, pre-loaded and ready to go.

There are three cameras on the back + a color sensor

The camera system is a symphony of lenses. Anchoring the ensemble is a 50MP main lens with OIS and a wide f/1.8 aperture. Capturing expansive landscapes is an 8MP ultrawide lens. For distant subjects, a 12MP RYYB telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and OIS. A 1.5MP color sensor adds nuanced accuracy. Selfies are handled by a 10.7MP front-facing camera.

The Huawei Mate 70 Air isn’t just cutting-edge; it’s seamlessly connected. Blaze through the digital world with lightning-fast Wi-Fi 7 and enjoy crystal-clear wireless audio via Bluetooth 5.2 LE. Hi-Res audio support delivers an immersive sound experience. NFC functionality ensures effortless transactions. Available in Phantom Black, Lunar Gray, and Star White colors that sound as sophisticated as they look (especially with their evocative Chinese names).

The Huawei Mate 70 Air is making waves with a starting price of just CNY4,199 ($590). But the million-dollar question remains: Will this powerhouse device break free from China and land on global shores? Only time will tell if you’ll be able to snag one.

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