P20 Pro
World's first triple-cam flagship with Leica branding.
The Huawei P20 Pro is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Apr 2018, with a launch price of $899. It pairs the Kirin 970 with a 6.1" FHD+ OLED, notch display, a 40 MP RGB + 20 MP mono + 8 MP 3x tele, Leica main camera and a 4000 mAh, SuperCharge 22.5W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 84/100 — Triple-cam pioneer. Standout strengths: topped dxomark for 12 months — best camera of 2018 and twilight gradient finish became iconic. Main trade-off: notch divisive.
Triple-cam pioneer.
P20 Pro was the first triple-camera phone — 40 MP RGB + 20 MP monochrome + 8 MP 3x telephoto — and it sat at the top of DxOMark for 12 straight months. It changed the trajectory of smartphone photography.
Read the full review- Topped DxOMark for 12 months — best camera of 2018
- Twilight gradient finish became iconic
- 3x optical tele rare in 2018
Full specifications
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How the P20 Pro compares
| P20 Pro | iPhone 14 Pro Max | Mate X6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 84 | 84 | 84 |
| Chipset | Kirin 970 | Apple A16 Bionic | Kirin 9020 |
| Display | 6.1" FHD+ OLED, notch | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 7.93" inner + 6.45" cover |
| Main camera | 40 MP RGB + 20 MP mono + 8 MP 3x tele, Leica | 48 MP · f/1.78 | 50 MP · f/1.4-4.0 |
| Battery | 4000 mAh, SuperCharge 22.5W | 4,323 mAh | 5,110 mAh |
| Launch price | $899 | $1,099 | CNY 12,999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the P20 Pro released?
The P20 Pro was released in Apr 2018.
How much does the P20 Pro cost?
The P20 Pro launched at $899 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the P20 Pro screen size and type?
The P20 Pro has a 6.1" FHD+ OLED, notch display.
What chipset does the P20 Pro use?
The P20 Pro is powered by the Kirin 970 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the P20 Pro have?
The P20 Pro ships with 6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the P20 Pro battery capacity?
The P20 Pro has a 4000 mAh, SuperCharge 22.5W battery.
What is the P20 Pro main camera?
The P20 Pro has a 40 MP RGB + 20 MP mono + 8 MP 3x tele, Leica main camera.
Does the P20 Pro have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the P20 Pro includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP 3x optical, f/2.4, OIS.
Is the P20 Pro waterproof?
The P20 Pro is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the P20 Pro weigh?
The P20 Pro weighs 180 g.
What colours does the P20 Pro come in?
The P20 Pro is available in 3 colours: Twilight, Midnight Blue, Black.
Is the P20 Pro worth buying?
P20 Pro was the first triple-camera phone — 40 MP RGB + 20 MP monochrome + 8 MP 3x telephoto — and it sat at the top of DxOMark for 12 straight months. It changed the trajectory of smartphone photography. SpecEagle gives the P20 Pro an editorial score of 84/100.
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