5 Features That Make the Huawei Xs 2 the Best Foldable Smartphone

The Huawei Mate Xs 2 is officially out and we love everything this foldable phone brings to the table.

The Huawei Mate Xs 2 is finally here, and you're not going to want to consider any other foldable phone. While plenty of foldable smartphones are available on the market today, none seem to get to the same level as the latest Huawei flagship handset.

MUO has already had a hands-on experience with the Huawei Mate Xs 2, and we can attest that it's going to become your favorite foldable phone. We know it's already at the top of our list.

Why You'll Want the Mate Xs 2

The Huawei Xs 2 is just making its way on the market, with prices starting at about $1,500. The phone looks great, and it comes in three color options: black, white, and purple.

However before you order yours in your favorite color, we'll tell you which features we fell in love with.

1. Slim Fit

When thinking about foldable phones, most people would assume something super chunky. We know many have been pretty bulky in the past, but the Huawei Mate Xs 2 is only 11.1 mm when folded.

When unfolded, the phone is just 5.4 mm thick, which is less than most regular smartphones. This is an excellent feat for Huawei and is on par with everyone's expectations. We're sure that as technology evolves and foldable phones get thinner, everyone will want one.

The device also weighs 255g, so it's not going to be too heavy in your pocket—perfect for users who are on the go.

2. Stellar Cameras

Whether you're upgrading your existing handset or investing in a new smartphone, it's essential to make sure it comes with a great camera. People take photos of their kids, pets, food, and environment—it's become second nature now. Taking great pics is essential and a major selling point for any phone.

Well, the Huawei Mate Xs 2 features a triple camera with XD Optic lenses. The phone has three powerful sensors to help you take the best shots, starting with the 50MP wide-angle, continuing with the 8MP telephoto, and the 13MP ultra-wide. Last but not least, we should also mention the 10.7MP selfie camera.

To further pique your interest, the Mate Xs 2 uses computational photography, which means it takes advantage of all the sensors in your camera to stitch together the best images you can get.

You can record 4K videos at 30 frames per second with both cameras, which is more than impressive.

You'll also get to fill your storage space with all your awesome pics, as the phone comes with two storage options—256GB or 512GB.

3. Awesome Display

Since this phone has a massive display, we have to talk about this: is it good or not? Well, the answer is that it's pretty awesome.

The Huawei Mate Xs 2 features a gorgeous foldable 120Hz True Chroma display with 1 billion colors (10-bit) and a 19:9 aspect ratio. It also has a resolution of 2200 x 2480 pixels and a 424 PPI density, which is better than any other foldable phone currently on the market.

When folded, the cover display isn't anything to turn your nose up at either. In fact, the display has a screen resolution of 1176 x 2480 pixels.

If that wasn't enough, there's another excellent feature we should mention. The screen has an anti-glare coating which means you'll be comfortable using it in bright environments without the need to squint to see what's on your screen. That's fairly awesome whenever you're outdoors or even near open windows. With the Huawei Mate Xs 2, you'll get to see how awesome your beach photos turned out!

4. Sturdy Build

Foldable phones are all-display, so concerns about how well they fare in day-to-day usage are understandable. Thankfully, the display comes with four layers of film for added protection. These layers are essential given the outward fold of the phone, ensuring it doesn't get scratched or creased every time you place it on your desk or shove it in your pocket with your keys.

Furthermore, the phone's frame is a mix of fiberglass and ALU alloy, making it pretty flexible and durable. The hinged element is also designed with strength in mind; it too needs to be durable, given that you'll be folding and unfolding the handset constantly.

5. Great Battery Life

When you have a phone with such a large and powerful screen, you need a good battery to be able to enjoy your phone all day. Thankfully, the Huawei Mate Xs 2 delivers on that front, integrating a 4600 mAh battery in this slim phone. The 512GB phone version comes with an even bigger 4800 mAh battery.

Despite the large battery capacity, it won't take long to get this phone to 100%, thanks to the 66W fast charging capability. Plus, if you really want to, you can also use the reverse charging feature to power up some of your other devices while on the go.

The Foldable Option You'll Want to Try

The brand new Huawei Mate Xs 2 may not be the cheapest phone on the market, but it certainly delivers quality and usability.

It's the one foldable phone you'll actually want to try considering its durable build, massive screen, great camera, and fantastic battery. At this point, the Mate Xs 2 is by far the best foldable phone available.

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