Huawei has launched the Pura X, its latest foldable phone that introduces a fresh and unique design to the foldable smartphone market. The Pura X features a clamshell foldable form factor and is equipped with a 6.3-inch inner OLED screen, offering a 16:10 aspect ratio—marking the widest inner display on any clamshell foldable phone. In addition to the large inner screen, the device is also equipped with a 3.5-inch external display, making it versatile for different user needs. The Huawei Pura X runs on HarmonyOS 5.0.1 and boasts impressive specifications, including up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage. Powering the device is a 4,720mAh battery that supports 66W wired charging and 40W wireless charging, ensuring fast and efficient charging times.
The pricing of the Huawei Pura X varies based on the storage configuration, with the base variant (12GB RAM + 256GB storage) priced at CNY 7,499 (approximately Rs. 89,000). A higher-end version with 12GB RAM and 512GB of storage is priced at CNY 7,999 (around Rs. 95,000). The phone is available in a range of colors, including Moon Shadow Gray, Magic Night Black, Stylish Red, Stylish Green, and Zero White, giving consumers several stylish options to choose from. Currently, the device is available for pre-booking in China, with shipments expected to begin on March 21.
In addition to the standard version, Huawei is offering a Collector’s Edition of the Pura X. This premium variant comes with a distinctive tri-color back cover design and includes a satellite communication feature. The Collector’s Edition is priced higher, with the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant retailing at CNY 8,999 (around Rs. 1,08,000) and the 16GB RAM + 1TB storage model available for CNY 9,999 (approximately Rs. 1,19,000). This edition is designed for consumers looking for a more exclusive experience with additional features.
The Huawei Pura X is equipped with high-end display technology. Its 6.3-inch OLED LTPO 2.0 internal display offers a resolution of 1,320 x 2,120 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and the aforementioned 16:10 aspect ratio, which makes it ideal for viewing content with more screen real estate than typical flip phones. The external 3.5-inch display offers a resolution of 980 x 980 pixels and a 120Hz LTPO 2.0 adaptive refresh rate, ensuring smooth performance on both screens. Additionally, both displays are equipped with 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming for better visual comfort and up to a 300 Hz touch sampling rate. While the specific chipset powering the device has yet to be disclosed, rumors suggest it could be a variant of Huawei’s Kirin 9010 chipset.
