Huawei has introduced a new Premium Edition of its flagship Mate 70 Pro, but in an unexpected twist, the device comes with a downgraded CPU rather than an upgrade. The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Premium Edition is set to go on sale in China on March 5, offering slightly reduced performance in exchange for a lower price tag.
Huawei Mate 70 Pro Premium: CPU Downgrade & Performance Drop
Despite its Premium branding, this version of the Mate 70 Pro features an underclocked processor, as confirmed by a Geekbench listing. The PLR-AL50 model scored:
📉 Single-core: 1,450
📉 Multi-core: 3,793
These results are underwhelming, putting it in the same performance bracket as mid-range devices like the Infinix Zero 40. However, Huawei has not officially disclosed the chipset downgrade in its promotional materials.
Specifications: What Stays the Same?
Aside from the CPU adjustment, the Huawei Mate 70 Pro Premium Edition retains the same premium hardware as the standard Mate 70 Pro:
✔ 6.9″ OLED Display – 120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.
✔ Camera System:
- 50 MP primary sensor
- 40 MP ultra-wide lens
- 48 MP macro telephoto camera
✔ Battery: 5,500 mAh with 100W wired and 80W wireless charging.
✔ RAM & Storage: 12 GB RAM, available in 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB storage options.
Pricing & Availability
The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Premium Edition is available in Green, Purple, White, and Black, with pricing set at:
💰 CNY 6,199 ($850) – 256 GB storage
💰 CNY 6,699 ($920) – 512 GB storage
💰 CNY 7,699 ($1,050) – 1 TB storage
Despite its lower price, the underclocked CPU makes it a less appealing option for power users. Huawei has not announced any plans to launch this model outside China.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.