The Huawei Pura X Max is the industry’s first wide-format foldable smartphone, launching April 20, 2026. Unlike traditional tall foldables, it opens horizontally for a tablet-like experience, combining a 7.69-inch internal display with a 5.5-inch cover screen.
Key Specifications
Feature
Details
Internal Display
7.69″ WQHD+ OLED, 16:10 aspect ratio
External Display
5.5″ OLED
Processor
Kirin 9030 (9-core architecture)
RAM
12GB or 16GB
Storage
256GB, 512GB, or 1TB options
Camera
Red Maple quad-camera, 50MP primary + telephoto
Battery
Silicon-carbon, 6000+ mAh (estimated)
Charging
66W wired, 40W wireless, reverse charging
OS
HarmonyOS
Memory & Storage Configurations
RAM
Storage
Edition
12GB
256GB
Base
12GB
512GB
Standard
16GB
512GB
Collector’s
16GB
1TB
Collector’s
Color Options
Black
White
Blue
Gold
Orange
Phantom Night
Zero Degree
Interstellar
Olive
Vibrant
Processor Details (Kirin 9030)
Core Type
Count
Clock Speed
Performance
2
2.75 GHz
Middle
4
2.27 GHz
Efficiency
2
1.72 GHz
Design
Flat frame with rounded corners (except at hinge). Horizontal camera module with three sensors arranged in a line. Available with flat back panel. Center punch-hole on external display; offset punch-hole on internal display.
Launch Information
Date
Details
Pre-orders
Open now on Huawei VMall, 1000 yuan deposit
Official Launch
April 20, 2026
Market
China (HarmonyOS); Global availability uncertain
Price (Est.)
$800-$1200 USD (8000-12000 yuan China)
Key Features
First horizontally-folding wide foldable smartphone
Tablet-like 16:10 aspect ratio optimized for landscape content
Kirin 9030 processor with 9-core architecture
Red Maple quad-camera with 50MP primary sensor
Silicon-carbon battery with 66W fast charging
HarmonyOS with multi-window multitasking
Five premium color options
Reverse wireless charging support
Advantages
Revolutionary wide-foldable form factor
Excellent for multitasking and content consumption
High-performance processor and advanced cameras
Fast charging with large battery capacity
First-mover advantage in wide-foldable market
Disadvantages
HarmonyOS limits access to Google Play Store and Google services
China-focused release with uncertain global availability
High premium pricing
Foldable display durability concerns
Limited ecosystem support outside China
Conclusion
The Huawei Pura X Max introduces a genuinely innovative wide-foldable design that redefines how large-screen smartphones can be built. With powerful hardware, advanced imaging, and exceptional battery technology, it represents a significant achievement in foldable device engineering. However, HarmonyOS limitations and restricted international availability limit its appeal to mainly Chinese consumers and technology enthusiasts. For those comfortable with Huawei’s ecosystem, it offers a compelling premium foldable experience ahead of similar offerings from Samsung and Apple.
