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Early Verdict In the past, we’ve struggled to review Huawei’s premium tablets given they compete head-on with the best from Apple and Samsung. While their hardware has been reliably excellent, the lack of Google is an issue for the West. Now, Huawei has offset this inconvenience with value, launching the well-specced MatePad (2022), which checks a lot of boxes despite its low price. Pros + Impressive screen and specs for the price + Quad-speaker set up sounds commanding + Sleek design and slim profile Cons - No Google services - Super Devices system limited to Huawei products - M-Pen sold separately Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you're buying the best. Find out more about how we test. The MatePad (2022) is made by Huawei, but it’s been a struggle to review Huawei devices over the last few years. To distill all the complications of governmental sanctions and what no Google services mean into a star rating is clumsy at best. At MWC 2022 though, Huawei appears to be offsetting the cost of its lack of Google with great value in its latest slate. Quickly adding context to Huawei’s predicament: Huawei products haven’t had access to Google Services in the West for a couple of years now – not Huawei’s choice.  Latest Videos From TechRadar With the MatePad (2022) though, Huawei’s offsetting the remaining inconvenience of no Google services with affordability and impressive specs, not to mention a great accessory suite and smart styling.  Huawei MatePad (2022) price and availability (Image credit: Future) The MatePad (2022) starts from €279 (roughly $305 / £230 / AUS $417) for the 64GB storage, 4GB RAM version. It also comes in a 128GB storage option for €319 ($350 / £265 / AUS $475) too.  If you’re picking up the tablet for a mix of work and play, the Huawei Smart Keyboard bundle combines the 128GB model with the typing folio cover for €379 ($415 / £315 / AUS $565).  Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. This puts the tablet up against the Lenovo Tab P11 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite . It also undercuts the entry-level iPad 10.2 by around $70 / £50 / $AUS 90. As for when the tablet will be going on sale, that is set to vary by region, so we recommend you check your local Huawei store or site. Design and display Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Future) The MatePad (2022) feels very much like a distilled version of Huawei’s premium slates of old like the MatePad 11 – simple, slim, smart-looking, and all about the screen. At just 7.35mm thin, the MatePad is skinny, though it feels solid and robust at 450g. It's still lighter than the new iPad 10.2 though, and while it isn’t made of the same premium metal as Apple ’s slate, it looks fresher thanks to a more immersive, bezel-light display and its wide-screen aspect ratio.  The tablet features a power button and volume rocker, and there are four speakers dotted around the frame. The back is a smooth, matte sheet of plastic that curves inwards slightly at the edges, and you can pick the MatePad up in one color – Matte Grey.  (Image credit: Future) As with most tablets, the MatePad’s body is a vehicle for that big screen, which measures 10.4 inches. The IPS panel is nice and sharp for the price, with a resolution of 2000 x 1200, which means a pixel density of around 225 pixels per inch. At first glance, the screen looked crisp on the show floor at MWC, and its colors were also balanced. Expect a slightly washed-out picture when set alongside an iPad Pro or Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus – unsurprising given the price difference. The MatePad offers full support for Huawei’s second-generation M-Pencil, which means 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, so if you can get on with the note-taking and drawing software available for it, it will be a solid option for students and doodlers alike. Performance, software, cameras and battery (Image credit: Future) Running Harmony OS 2, the Huawei MatePad (2022) has a similar interface to the Huawei MatePad 12.6 . While it looks and feels like Android, and it runs (most) Android apps and games, it’s also got a host of interface enhancements – superior folder management, a persistent, dynamic dock, and easier split-screen multi-tasking than stock Android. However, what Huawei gives with one hand, US sanctions take away with the other, and unfortunately, the lack of Google services still affects the tablet. If you’re a big tablet gamer and use Google Play Games, rely on offline Google docs or Google Drive, or don’t fancy running YouTube through a web browser instead of through an app, then the MatePad won’t be for you.  Powered by a Kirin 710A chipset, the tablet features midrange power and seemed snappy enough in our time with it. If you’re enjoying a host of Huawei hardware in your life, it also works as part of Huawei’s Super Devices ecosystem. This means you can easily tie your phone, printer, and monitor into an interconnected tablet experience. There’s a 13MP camera around the back of the MatePad (2022) and an 8MP front camera. As for the battery, it’s a large 7250mAh call with support for 25W fast charging. Early verdict (Image credit: Future) The Huawei MatePad looks like a great bit of hardware, and Huawei has also optimized its software to deliver a more intuitive tablet experience than stock Android. With fierce competition from previous-gen Samsung slates like the Tab S6 Lite, and the new iPad costing just a bit more, the MatePad may not be an obvious choice for many. Despite not being an obvious choice, anyone who wants a wider screen than an iPad for streaming video – Disney Plus and Netflix have worked well on all the Huawei tablets we’ve tested, so it should do a great job as a media player. The tab’s also ideal if you’re happy side-loading APKs and using a web browser to access Google services.  With its competitive pricing, Huawei’s edging closer to overcoming the software divide between its tabs and much of the competition. In turn, you could quite happily think of the MatePad (2022) as a much more fully-featured Kindle Fire HD .  MWC (Mobile World Congress) is the world's largest showcase for the mobile industry, stuffed full of the newest phones, tablets, wearables and more. TechRadar is reporting on the show all week. Follow our   MWC 2022 live blog   for the very latest news as it happens and visit  our dedicated MWC 2022 hub  for a round-up of the biggest announcements Basil Kronfli Basil Kronfli is the Head of content at Make Honey and freelance technology journalist. He is an experienced writer and producer and is skilled in video production, and runs the technology YouTube channel TechEdit. What is a hands on review? Hands on reviews' are a journalist's first impressions of a piece of kit based on spending some time with it. It may be just a few moments, or a few hours. The important thing is we have been able to play with it ourselves and can give you some sense of what it's like to use, even if it's only an embryonic view. For more information, see TechRadar's Reviews Guarantee .
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[Tablets](https://www.techradar.com/tablets) # Hands on: Huawei MatePad (2022) review ## Huawei combines impressive specs with useful extras Not yet rated [Reviews](https://www.techradar.com/reviews) By [Basil Kronfli](https://www.techradar.com/author/basil-kronfli) published March 4, 2022 When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. [Here’s how it works](https://www.techradar.com/news/about-us#section-affiliate-advertising-disclosure). [What is a hands on review?](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-matepad-2022#handsondisclaimer) ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w9x5eSDnV9PrAdaznjD3zD.jpg) (Image credit: © Future) ### Early Verdict In the past, we’ve struggled to review Huawei’s premium tablets given they compete head-on with the best from Apple and Samsung. While their hardware has been reliably excellent, the lack of Google is an issue for the West. Now, Huawei has offset this inconvenience with value, launching the well-specced MatePad (2022), which checks a lot of boxes despite its low price. #### Pros - \+ Impressive screen and specs for the price - \+ Quad-speaker set up sounds commanding - \+ Sleek design and slim profile #### Cons - \- No Google services - \- Super Devices system limited to Huawei products - \- M-Pen sold separately Best picks for you - [The best tablet 2026](https://www.techradar.com/news/best-tablet) - [The best Android tablets 2026](https://www.techradar.com/news/mobile-computing/tablets/15-best-android-tablets-in-the-world-905504) - [The best cheap tablets 2026](https://www.techradar.com/news/mobile-computing/tablets/best-cheap-tablets-top-budget-options-967277) Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you're buying the best. [Find out more about how we test.](https://www.techradar.com/news/how-we-test) The MatePad (2022) is made by Huawei, but it’s been a struggle to review Huawei devices over the last few years. To distill all the complications of governmental sanctions and what no [Google](https://www.techradar.com/tag/google) services mean into a star rating is clumsy at best. At [MWC 2022](https://www.techradar.com/news/every-new-phone-from-mwc-2022) though, Huawei appears to be offsetting the cost of its lack of Google with great value in its latest slate. Quickly adding context to Huawei’s predicament: Huawei products haven’t had access to Google Services in the West for a couple of years now – not Huawei’s choice. This is a big deal on phones like the otherwise very good [Huawei P50 Pro](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-p50-pro-review) – no Google Docs, [YouTube](https://www.techradar.com/tag/youtube) app, Gmail, Drive, [WhatsApp](https://www.techradar.com/tag/whatsapp) backups etc. On tablets, it’s still an issue, but a lot of these services can be more comfortably accessed through a browser than on a phone. Latest Videos From TechRadar With the MatePad (2022) though, Huawei’s offsetting the remaining inconvenience of no Google services with affordability and impressive specs, not to mention a great accessory suite and smart styling. Could Huawei have finally cracked this incredibly tough nut and made an easy to recommend tablet for the whole world to enjoy? ## Huawei MatePad (2022) price and availability ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JXAXyG9CCZZRQsLSWi7gj8.jpg) (Image credit: Future) The MatePad (2022) starts from €279 (roughly \$305 / ÂŁ230 / AUS \$417) for the 64GB storage, 4GB RAM version. It also comes in a 128GB storage option for €319 (\$350 / ÂŁ265 / AUS \$475) too. If you’re picking up the tablet for a mix of work and play, the Huawei Smart Keyboard bundle combines the 128GB model with the typing folio cover for €379 (\$415 / ÂŁ315 / AUS \$565). Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. By signing up, you agree to our [Terms of services](https:\/\/futureplc.com\/terms-conditions\/) and acknowledge that you have read our [Privacy Notice](https:\/\/futureplc.com\/privacy-policy\/). You also agree to receive marketing emails from us that may include promotions from our trusted partners and sponsors, which you can unsubscribe from at any time. This puts the tablet up against the [Lenovo](https://www.techradar.com/tag/lenovo) Tab P11 and [Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-tab-s6-lite-review). It also undercuts the entry-level [iPad 10.2](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/new-ipad-102-2021) by around \$70 / ÂŁ50 / \$AUS 90. As for when the tablet will be going on sale, that is set to vary by region, so we recommend you check your local Huawei store or site. ## Design and display Image 1 of 3 ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3qYth6EaQKbZdS6LThd7V9.jpg) (Image credit: Future) ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zMmqyVtn73brCPwis8qZ6A.jpg) (Image credit: Future) ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZjqPkorwGz6LnbPAk24L89.jpg) (Image credit: Future) The MatePad (2022) feels very much like a distilled version of Huawei’s premium slates of old like the [MatePad 11](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-matepad-11-review) – simple, slim, smart-looking, and all about the screen. At just 7.35mm thin, the MatePad is skinny, though it feels solid and robust at 450g. It's still lighter than the new iPad 10.2 though, and while it isn’t made of the same premium metal as [Apple](https://www.techradar.com/tag/apple)’s slate, it looks fresher thanks to a more immersive, bezel-light display and its wide-screen aspect ratio. The tablet features a power button and volume rocker, and there are four speakers dotted around the frame. The back is a smooth, matte sheet of plastic that curves inwards slightly at the edges, and you can pick the MatePad up in one color – Matte Grey. ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RmseJUuH6HsKdMVq7rVBFA.jpg) (Image credit: Future) As with most tablets, the MatePad’s body is a vehicle for that big screen, which measures 10.4 inches. The IPS panel is nice and sharp for the price, with a resolution of 2000 x 1200, which means a pixel density of around 225 pixels per inch. At first glance, the screen looked crisp on the show floor at MWC, and its colors were also balanced. Expect a slightly washed-out picture when set alongside an iPad Pro or [Samsung](https://www.techradar.com/tag/samsung) Galaxy Tab S7 Plus – unsurprising given the price difference. The MatePad offers full support for Huawei’s second-generation M-Pencil, which means 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, so if you can get on with the note-taking and drawing software available for it, it will be a solid option for students and doodlers alike. ## Performance, software, cameras and battery ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZJQX6YiLVELMoFwTojHZj9.jpg) (Image credit: Future) Running Harmony OS 2, the Huawei MatePad (2022) has a similar interface to the [Huawei MatePad 12.6](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-matepad-pro-126-2021). While it looks and feels like Android, and it runs (most) Android apps and games, it’s also got a host of interface enhancements – superior folder management, a persistent, dynamic dock, and easier split-screen multi-tasking than stock Android. However, what Huawei gives with one hand, US sanctions take away with the other, and unfortunately, the lack of Google services still affects the tablet. If you’re a big tablet gamer and use [Google Play](https://www.techradar.com/tag/google-play-store) Games, rely on offline Google docs or Google Drive, or don’t fancy running YouTube through a web browser instead of through an app, then the MatePad won’t be for you. Powered by a Kirin 710A chipset, the tablet features midrange power and seemed snappy enough in our time with it. If you’re enjoying a host of Huawei hardware in your life, it also works as part of Huawei’s Super Devices ecosystem. This means you can easily tie your phone, printer, and monitor into an interconnected tablet experience. There’s a 13MP camera around the back of the MatePad (2022) and an 8MP front camera. As for the battery, it’s a large 7250mAh call with support for 25W fast charging. ## Early verdict ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/22MzG5n3ihj2ngTFFfU2x8.jpg) (Image credit: Future) The Huawei MatePad looks like a great bit of hardware, and Huawei has also optimized its software to deliver a more intuitive tablet experience than stock Android. With fierce competition from previous-gen Samsung slates like the Tab S6 Lite, and the new iPad costing just a bit more, the MatePad may not be an obvious choice for many. Despite not being an obvious choice, anyone who wants a wider screen than an iPad for streaming video – Disney Plus and Netflix have worked well on all the Huawei tablets we’ve tested, so it should do a great job as a media player. The tab’s also ideal if you’re happy side-loading APKs and using a web browser to access Google services. With its competitive pricing, Huawei’s edging closer to overcoming the software divide between its tabs and much of the competition. In turn, you could quite happily think of the MatePad (2022) as a much more fully-featured [Kindle Fire HD](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/amazon-fire-hd-10-2021-review). - *MWC (Mobile World Congress) is the world's largest showcase for the mobile industry, stuffed full of the newest phones, tablets, wearables and more. TechRadar is reporting on the show all week. 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Early Verdict In the past, we’ve struggled to review Huawei’s premium tablets given they compete head-on with the best from Apple and Samsung. While their hardware has been reliably excellent, the lack of Google is an issue for the West. Now, Huawei has offset this inconvenience with value, launching the well-specced MatePad (2022), which checks a lot of boxes despite its low price. #### Pros - \+ Impressive screen and specs for the price - \+ Quad-speaker set up sounds commanding - \+ Sleek design and slim profile #### Cons - \- No Google services - \- Super Devices system limited to Huawei products - \- M-Pen sold separately Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you're buying the best. [Find out more about how we test.](https://www.techradar.com/news/how-we-test) The MatePad (2022) is made by Huawei, but it’s been a struggle to review Huawei devices over the last few years. To distill all the complications of governmental sanctions and what no [Google](https://www.techradar.com/tag/google) services mean into a star rating is clumsy at best. At [MWC 2022](https://www.techradar.com/news/every-new-phone-from-mwc-2022) though, Huawei appears to be offsetting the cost of its lack of Google with great value in its latest slate. Quickly adding context to Huawei’s predicament: Huawei products haven’t had access to Google Services in the West for a couple of years now – not Huawei’s choice. Latest Videos From TechRadar With the MatePad (2022) though, Huawei’s offsetting the remaining inconvenience of no Google services with affordability and impressive specs, not to mention a great accessory suite and smart styling. ## Huawei MatePad (2022) price and availability ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JXAXyG9CCZZRQsLSWi7gj8.jpg) (Image credit: Future) The MatePad (2022) starts from €279 (roughly \$305 / £230 / AUS \$417) for the 64GB storage, 4GB RAM version. It also comes in a 128GB storage option for €319 (\$350 / £265 / AUS \$475) too. If you’re picking up the tablet for a mix of work and play, the Huawei Smart Keyboard bundle combines the 128GB model with the typing folio cover for €379 (\$415 / £315 / AUS \$565). Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. This puts the tablet up against the [Lenovo](https://www.techradar.com/tag/lenovo) Tab P11 and [Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-tab-s6-lite-review). It also undercuts the entry-level [iPad 10.2](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/new-ipad-102-2021) by around \$70 / £50 / \$AUS 90. As for when the tablet will be going on sale, that is set to vary by region, so we recommend you check your local Huawei store or site. ## Design and display Image 1 of 3 ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3qYth6EaQKbZdS6LThd7V9.jpg) (Image credit: Future) The MatePad (2022) feels very much like a distilled version of Huawei’s premium slates of old like the [MatePad 11](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-matepad-11-review) – simple, slim, smart-looking, and all about the screen. At just 7.35mm thin, the MatePad is skinny, though it feels solid and robust at 450g. It's still lighter than the new iPad 10.2 though, and while it isn’t made of the same premium metal as [Apple](https://www.techradar.com/tag/apple)’s slate, it looks fresher thanks to a more immersive, bezel-light display and its wide-screen aspect ratio. The tablet features a power button and volume rocker, and there are four speakers dotted around the frame. The back is a smooth, matte sheet of plastic that curves inwards slightly at the edges, and you can pick the MatePad up in one color – Matte Grey. ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RmseJUuH6HsKdMVq7rVBFA.jpg) (Image credit: Future) As with most tablets, the MatePad’s body is a vehicle for that big screen, which measures 10.4 inches. The IPS panel is nice and sharp for the price, with a resolution of 2000 x 1200, which means a pixel density of around 225 pixels per inch. At first glance, the screen looked crisp on the show floor at MWC, and its colors were also balanced. Expect a slightly washed-out picture when set alongside an iPad Pro or [Samsung](https://www.techradar.com/tag/samsung) Galaxy Tab S7 Plus – unsurprising given the price difference. The MatePad offers full support for Huawei’s second-generation M-Pencil, which means 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, so if you can get on with the note-taking and drawing software available for it, it will be a solid option for students and doodlers alike. ## Performance, software, cameras and battery ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZJQX6YiLVELMoFwTojHZj9.jpg) (Image credit: Future) Running Harmony OS 2, the Huawei MatePad (2022) has a similar interface to the [Huawei MatePad 12.6](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-matepad-pro-126-2021). While it looks and feels like Android, and it runs (most) Android apps and games, it’s also got a host of interface enhancements – superior folder management, a persistent, dynamic dock, and easier split-screen multi-tasking than stock Android. However, what Huawei gives with one hand, US sanctions take away with the other, and unfortunately, the lack of Google services still affects the tablet. If you’re a big tablet gamer and use [Google Play](https://www.techradar.com/tag/google-play-store) Games, rely on offline Google docs or Google Drive, or don’t fancy running YouTube through a web browser instead of through an app, then the MatePad won’t be for you. Powered by a Kirin 710A chipset, the tablet features midrange power and seemed snappy enough in our time with it. If you’re enjoying a host of Huawei hardware in your life, it also works as part of Huawei’s Super Devices ecosystem. This means you can easily tie your phone, printer, and monitor into an interconnected tablet experience. There’s a 13MP camera around the back of the MatePad (2022) and an 8MP front camera. As for the battery, it’s a large 7250mAh call with support for 25W fast charging. ## Early verdict ![Huawei MatePad (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/22MzG5n3ihj2ngTFFfU2x8.jpg) (Image credit: Future) The Huawei MatePad looks like a great bit of hardware, and Huawei has also optimized its software to deliver a more intuitive tablet experience than stock Android. With fierce competition from previous-gen Samsung slates like the Tab S6 Lite, and the new iPad costing just a bit more, the MatePad may not be an obvious choice for many. Despite not being an obvious choice, anyone who wants a wider screen than an iPad for streaming video – Disney Plus and Netflix have worked well on all the Huawei tablets we’ve tested, so it should do a great job as a media player. The tab’s also ideal if you’re happy side-loading APKs and using a web browser to access Google services. With its competitive pricing, Huawei’s edging closer to overcoming the software divide between its tabs and much of the competition. In turn, you could quite happily think of the MatePad (2022) as a much more fully-featured [Kindle Fire HD](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/amazon-fire-hd-10-2021-review). - *MWC (Mobile World Congress) is the world's largest showcase for the mobile industry, stuffed full of the newest phones, tablets, wearables and more. TechRadar is reporting on the show all week. Follow our*[***MWC 2022 live blog***](https://www.techradar.com/news/live/mwc-2022-live-blog-day-3-begins-bringing-with-it-more-news-reviews-and-analysis)*for the very latest news as it happens and visit* [***our dedicated MWC 2022 hub***](https://www.techradar.com/news/every-new-phone-from-mwc-2022) *for a round-up of the biggest announcements* ![Basil Kronfli](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MZKn2nwrTLdJRpzSWd6xMc.jpg) [Basil Kronfli](https://www.techradar.com/author/basil-kronfli) Basil Kronfli is the Head of content at Make Honey and freelance technology journalist. He is an experienced writer and producer and is skilled in video production, and runs the technology YouTube channel TechEdit. ### What is a hands on review? Hands on reviews' are a journalist's first impressions of a piece of kit based on spending some time with it. It may be just a few moments, or a few hours. The important thing is we have been able to play with it ourselves and can give you some sense of what it's like to use, even if it's only an embryonic view. For more information, see [TechRadar's Reviews Guarantee](https://www.techradar.com/news/how-we-test).
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