TLDR
- The HUAWEI Mate X7 officially launches in Malaysia, priced at RM8,688 for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant.
- Features a breakthrough True-to-Colour Camera with a 4×4 spectral array, improving color accuracy by 43%.
- Ultra-slim engineering achieves a thickness of just 4.5mm unfolded and 9.5mm folded, weighing approximately 236g.
- Industry-leading durability with IP58 and IP59 ratings, protected by Crystal Armour Kunlun Glass.
- Advanced 50MP Telephoto Macro lens offers 3.5× optical zoom while significantly reducing the camera module footprint.
Introduction: The End of the Foldable Photography Compromise
For the longest time, the “foldable compromise” was a known quantity: you could have a massive screen, or you could have flagship cameras, but rarely both in a slim profile. The HUAWEI Mate X7 effectively dismantles this narrative. Launched on 20 January 2026 in Malaysia, this device represents the apex of Huawei’s imaging and structural engineering. By marrying the sophisticated XMAGE imaging system with a chassis that is remarkably thin—measuring just 4.5mm when unfolded—Huawei has created a device that is as much a professional creative tool as it is a luxury communication device.
Revolutionary Imaging: The True-to-Colour Breakthrough
At the heart of the Mate X7’s photographic prowess is the newly introduced True-to-Colour Camera. This system employs a groundbreaking 4×4 spectral array that captures light information with unprecedented nuance. By increasing color reproduction accuracy by 43%, the device ensures that difficult-to-render hues—such as the deep reds and shimmering golds of Chinese New Year festivities—are captured with absolute fidelity.
Complementing this is the Ultra Lighting HDR Camera, which utilizes a massive 1/1.28-inch RYYB sensor. This sensor architecture is uniquely designed to maximize light intake, which, when paired with a 10-size adjustable physical aperture (f/1.49 to f/4.0), allows for cinematic depth of field and professional-grade low-light performance. Whether you are shooting a reunion dinner in a dimly lit hall or a bright outdoor parade, the Mate X7 adapts its hardware in real-time to preserve texture and eliminate noise.
Versatility in Every Pixel: Telephoto Macro and Ultra HDR Video
The Mate X7 further distinguishes itself with a 50MP Telephoto Macro Camera. This system uses a periscope design to offer 3.5× optical zoom, yet remarkably, the camera module area has been reduced by 44% compared to previous generations. This allows for stunning close-up macro shots and sharp long-distance captures without the “camera bump” bulk typically found on flagship phones.
For videographers, the device introduces Ultra HDR Video Technology, boasting an industry-leading 17.5 EV dynamic range. Recording in 4K, the Mate X7 uses real-time multi-exposure fusion to ensure that high-contrast scenes—like midnight fireworks against a pitch-black sky—retain detail in both the highlights and the shadows.
Structural Excellence and Durability
The innovation is not limited to the glass. The Mate X7 features an Ultra-Reliable Foldable Architecture, utilizing Crystal Armour Kunlun Glass for the outer screen and a three-layer composite structure for the inner 8-inch display. It is one of the few foldables globally to achieve both IP58 and IP59 ratings, providing superior protection against dust and high-pressure water jets.
The device is powered by a 5,600mAh battery, supporting 66W wired and 50W wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge, ensuring that the high-resolution dual-screen setup (3,000 nits peak brightness on the cover) remains operational throughout the most demanding festive schedules.
Availability and Retail Channels
The HUAWEI Mate X7 is now available across Malaysia. For a limited time, purchasers can experience the device firsthand at the HUAWEI Experience Store at The Exchange TRX, especially during the exclusive Panda Pop-Up Event on 31 January 2026.
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