- Class: tablet
- Case materials: plastic and metal
- Operating system: Google Android 6.0 + EMUI 4.1
- Processor: 8 cores, Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 950
- RAM: 3/4 GB
- Storage memory: 32/64 GB
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi (b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 4.1, 3.5 mm headset jack, microUSB
- Screen: capacitive, IPS-LCD 8.4" with a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels
- Camera: 8 MP / 8 MP
- Additionally: 3G/4G (CAT 4), microSD, accelerometer, light sensor, GPS/GLONASS
- Battery: non-removable, lithium polymer (Li-Pol) with a capacity of 5100 mAh
- Dimensions: 215.5 x 124.2 x 7.3 (mm)
- Weight: 310 grams
Contents of delivery
- Tablet
- Headphones AKG H300
- USB cable
- Network adapter
Introduction
Not long ago we already got acquainted with the Huawei tablet – MediaPad M3. The test was so detailed that in this case it is worth making some adjustments and including experience of use. Let me remind you that the key features of this device are a thin body of 7.3 mm, low weight - 310 grams, a metal body, high screen resolution and productive hardware. In addition, the M3 has a music processor and an amplifier to drive two stereo speakers.
The premium version of the device arrived for review. It differs from the regular version not only in its maximum parameters (4/64 GB), but also in the inclusion of AKG H300 headphones. “Ears” are created specifically for Huawei. Also included in the kit you will find network adapter at 2 A ( fast charging not supported), SIM extractor, USB cable and “waste paper” in the form of various instructions.
Unfortunately, at the moment there is no information about the price and release date. I assume the end of October, the cost is around 30,000 - 35,000 rubles.
Design, dimensions, control elements
The device has a rectangular shape, slightly sloping corners, the back panel smoothly transitions to the sides. In general, the M3 resembles the company's smartphones. The frame of the device is made of metal and processed on a special five-axis machine (5-axis CNC Machine) with program controlled, ground chamfers. WITH reverse side There is a plastic strip for antennas and a plastic insert on top for signal transmission. Dimensions – 215.5 x 124.2 x 7.3 mm, the tablet weighs only 310 grams. The total thickness of the gadget is 7.3 mm, and the minimum narrowing is about 5 mm. That is, it feels very thin in the hand.
The case is quite dirty, fingerprints remain, but the prints are erased quickly. The glass is slightly curved and creates a 2.5D effect. The oleophobic coating is of high quality, the finger glides easily. The tablet will be available in two colors: gold and silver. Both colors look good. Most of the front panel (about 82%) is occupied by the screen.
There is a fingerprint scanner on the front panel. It is also a touch button “Back” / “Home” (long hold). At the top is the camera, next to it is an indicator of missed events.
At the bottom end there are: a speaker, micro-USB (strange that it is not Type-C, since all top Huawei models have this connector), a microphone and metal slides for installing two nano-SIM or nano-SIM+microSD. On the top there is 3.5 mm and another speaker.
On the right is the power button and volume rocker key.
On the back surface there is a camera lens peephole, the Huawei and Harman/Kardon inscription.
Display
This tablet uses a screen with a diagonal of 8.4 inches. The frames on top are 16 mm, on the bottom – 18 mm, on the right and left – 6 mm each. IPS matrix without an air gap, capacitive sensor supports up to 10 simultaneous touches. High resolution - 2560x1600 pixels, density - 359 PPI.
Brightness white– 335 cd/m2, maximum black brightness – 0.36 cd/m2. Contrast – 930:1 (not 1500:1, as the manufacturer claims).
The screen is bright, colorful, somewhat reminiscent of AMOLED matrices. Viewing angles are maximum without purple and yellow tints.
The tablet has a ClariVu chip, which is responsible for image transmission. There is also “Eye care mode” technology, when the screen turns into warm colors to reduce eye strain.
Viewing Angles
Light exposure
Battery
The MediaPad M3 has a non-removable battery with a capacity of 5100 mAh. It seems to me that for an 8-inch diagonal the battery should be at least 7000 mAh. After all, the M3 has LTE, calls and SMS functions, so the gadget can be used as large smartphone. And for such purposes a larger battery is needed.
In my mode, the tablet worked for 9 – 12 hours. With a more intense load - about 7 hours, in tablet mode (networking via Wi-Fi, no conversations, practically no LTE) - 27 hours. Watching movies - up to 9 hours at medium brightness, toys - up to 5 hours.
The manufacturer promises the device will work for up to two days. And if you turn on “Smart Power Save”, then plus another 30% energy savings.
Communication capabilities
The device works in 2G/3G networks, as well as LTE. You can make calls using your tablet. To do this, there is the “Phone” application with the usual dialing.
- GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
- UMTS: Band1/2/5/6/8/19
- TD-SCDMA: Band 34/39
- LTE-TDD: Band 38/39/40/41(100 MHz)
- LTE-FDD: Band 1/3/5/7/8/19/20/28
- LTE FDD frequencies: Band 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 26, 28; TDD: Band 38, 40, 41
There is Wi-Fi b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), Bluetooth version 4.1 with BLE, GPS (AGPS, GLONASS, BDS). The sensitivity is excellent, the speed of satellite detection even with a cold start is about 10-20 seconds.
Memory and memory card
This model has 4 GB of RAM. The internal memory is 64 GB (there is a 32 GB version), and about 54 GB is available. There is a slot for installing a card microSD memory, maximum volume – 128 GB.
Cameras
The main module is 8 MP with autofocus (aperture f=2.0), additional for selfies – 8 MP without autofocus (aperture f=2.0), no flash, one microphone.
The camera quality is slightly worse than the camera quality of the more affordable MediaPad T2 7 Pro tablet. Mainly complaints about detail. There’s nothing special to comment on – he usually shoots. Although it’s strange, because the device is not cheap.
The video is mediocre (the front camera only writes HD). Huawei generally has problems with video, even on flagship devices like P9 or P9 Plus.
Sample photos
Performance
The Huawei MediaPad M3 tablet is equipped with a time-tested chipset of its own production – HiSilicon Kirin 950 (8 cores). It was introduced exactly a year ago. Not top-end performance, but for similar device there is enough speed. The Mali-T880 MP4 is responsible for the graphics.
In Antutu, the tablet scores almost 90,000 points. It is necessary to take into account that the screen resolution is 2560x1600 pixels; if it were FullHD, the device would score more than 120k. In any case, this result is enough for everything: working with applications, toys and video editing.
Screenshots from the game Implosion
The device runs Google OS Android versions 6.0. Shell – EMUI 4.1.
Multimedia
When it comes to sound, the M3 uses two stereo speakers. Specialists from Harman/Kardon worked on the sound. In addition, there is an audio processor (manufactured by Asahi Kasei Microdevises, AK4396 chip): the dynamic range is 125 dB, distortion is 106 dB.
There is a Smart Power Amplifier and SWS 2.0 surround sound function (best used without a headset).
In portrait orientation of the device, the bottom speaker acts as a subwoofer, and the top one serves for playback high frequencies. In landscape orientation, both speakers sound the same, but the stereo is more expanded.
The speakers in the M3 are really cool: at a distance of a meter from the tablet, you can clearly hear which side the sound is coming from. Great effect.
The AKG H300 headphones didn't make much of an impression, but they sound very good.
Conclusion
The Huawei MediaPad M3 tablet turned out to be interesting from all points of view. As they say, they pleased everyone: there is an excellent build, premium body materials, high screen resolution, a fingerprint scanner, high speed, a lot of memory, the coolest sound through the speakers, and so on. The cameras let us down a bit; they could have been of better quality.
There are practically no competitors with four gigabytes of RAM; I found only ASUS ZenPad 8.0 Z581KL, which, by the way, is also not on sale yet. With three “gigs” – Samsung and Sony. For example:
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S2
- Sony X/peria Z4
Laconic design, high technical specifications, and most importantly - the highest screen resolution among mini-tablets at the time of release, it would seem, what more could you want from your gadget? Read more about how this little monster passed all the tests with dignity in the Huawei Mediapad m3 review below.
Specifications
- Screen: 8.4 inches, IPS, 1600x2560, capacitive, multi-touch;
- Processor: eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 950;
- Graphics accelerator: Mali-T880 M4;
- Operating system: Android 6.0 (EMUI 4.1);
- RAM: 4 GB;
- Built-in memory: 32/64 GB;
- Memory card support: microSDXC up to 128 GB;
- Communication: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; UMTS 900/2100 MHz; LTE 1, 3, 7, 8, 20;
- SIM: nano-SIM + nano-SIM (combined slot)
- Wireless interfaces: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 4.1
- Navigation: GPS (A-GPS), GLONASS
- Cameras: main - 8 MP (autofocus), front - 8 MP (fixed focus);
- Sensors: light, proximity, accelerometer, compass, fingerprint sensor;
- Battery: 5100 mAh, Li-Pol;
- Dimensions: 215.5x124.2x7.3 mm;
- Weight: 310 grams.
Equipment
The Huawei Mediapad m3 tablet comes in a branded white box with a hinged lid. On the front side of the package you can find the model name and brand - the only inscriptions. The laconic design is extremely pleasing to the eye, which sets Huawei apart from its competitors.
The package contains the gadget itself in a separate compartment; a wired headset is attached to the tablet, which hides the USB cable and adapter. The package also contains a paper clip for opening the SIM card compartment and booklets. A rather pleasant original solution from the manufacturer is the idea to place a thin “secret” pocket under the lid, which hides the proprietary protective film for the device’s screen. To be honest, he was not noticed right away)
Appearance
The tablet is made in the shape of a rectangle, with slightly rounded edges. For the Huawei Mediapad m3 review, a gold model was provided, and there is also a silver solution.
At first glance, the tablet's speakers immediately catch your eye - a proprietary solution from Huawei. The speakers are located on the right and left sides of the device. Mediapad m3 has a metal body, which adds solidity and style to the device. Back panel The top and bottom are covered with a thin plastic insert that matches the color of the device. The main camera is located in the upper left corner of the back panel.
The front panel is white and completely closed. protective glass. There is a peephole in the middle at the top front camera, which has a sensor resolution that is not inferior to the main one - a very good solution for those who talk a lot on Skype or use any other programs for video communication, the main thing is that the Internet connection speed is sufficient. At the bottom of the front panel there is an elongated fingerprint scanner, a single touch of which is equivalent to pressing the Home button, and a swipe is equivalent to calling the manager of running applications.
The volume button and the power button are located at the top of the right side; at the top end you can find a 3.5 mm mini-jack connector.
On the bottom edge, in addition to the speaker, there is a microphone, a USB connector and a combined slot for a memory card and SIM card. The USB connector is still ordinary, not Type-C.
Also in the kit you can find headphones with a headset that are quite good for standard ones, produced by AKG. According to the company, the H300 was specially developed for Huawei and combines AKG's signature sound and experience with a sleek and stylish design.
Ergonomics
The 8.4-inch diagonal can hardly be called very common among mini-tablets. However, practice has shown that the display allows you to comfortably play, read literature, watch movies alone or even together. The device lies very comfortably in your hands; if necessary, you can hold it with one hand in a vertical position. The gaming grip of the tablet was also a pleasant surprise - it’s comfortable to play both quests and shooters, your hands don’t get tired even after two hours of continuous play. In general, the gadget made an extremely pleasant impression in terms of ergonomics.Display
Without a doubt, the Huawei Mediapad m3 display is one of the most strengths devices. The display has no air gap, and among mini-tablets it currently has the highest available resolution - 1600x2560 pixels, density - 359 ppi. The capacitive multi-touch sensor perceives up to 10 touches simultaneously.
The display has excellent color reproduction and high contrast. At large angles of inclination of the device, no distortion of images is observed, there is no blue cast. The device can be adapted for safe use using the “Eye Protection” option. With Settings, you can change color temperature and more using the Colors, Brightness, and Color Temperature options in Display Settings.
Iron
The device is powered by an eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 950 chipset. 4 Cortex A-72 processor cores have clock frequency 2.53 GHz, another 4 Cortex A-53 cores operate at a maximum frequency of 1.8 GHz. The device received a Mali-T880MP4 graphics accelerator. According to official statements from the manufacturer, the chipset is 40% more productive compared to its predecessor. The tablet's hardware easily runs any games and heavy-duty programs, and there are no freezes observed.
Software
The device runs Android 6.0 OS, with Huawei's proprietary interface EMUI 4.1. The user can customize widgets, animation effects, change wallpaper, change the screen grid (4x5, 5x5 or 5x4), and turn on or off the indicator light according to his own taste.
You can also choose main screen or change their order completely. For the convenience of users, EMUI 4.1 does not have a common menu of programs and applications; all icons are distributed in thematic folders on the desktop.
Connection
The telephone module of the device works perfectly, the interlocutor can be heard without distortion or deformation of the voice. Without a headset, you can hear your interlocutor only in relatively quiet rooms; headphones allow you to carry on a conversation in any conditions.
The tablet searches for satellites at a fairly high speed; on average, the indicators vary about 2-5 seconds with direct visibility of the sky.
The speed of searching for networks is not satisfactory; no connection interruptions were observed during testing. In general, if necessary, the device can be used as an alternative regular phone, despite the dimensions.
Battery
Huawei Mediapad m3 is equipped with a non-removable 5100 mAh battery. The device's charge is enough to watch your favorite movie, play for many hours, surf the Internet and work in graphic editor. The device discharges slowly in sleep mode, with standard load, conversations, social media and games, the battery lasts approximately 7-8 hours.
Editorial battery test results:
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At the beginning of September, a tablet called Huawei MediaPad M3 was announced. This event took place as part of the IFA 2016 exhibition. The device belongs to the premium class, as is hinted at by literally all the parameters of the gadget.
Appearance and ergonomics
The metal body of the Huawei MediaPad M3 has a matte surface on the back. The back cover begins to gradually narrow closer to the edges. At the same time, the milled chamfers shine effectively along the entire perimeter. The upper insert on the back is silver and made of plastic. The same applies to the lower insert. The front panel is decorated with glass. Special attention It is worth paying attention to the side frames on both sides of the screen, which are reduced to 3 mm in size. Moreover, there are no more screen borders that annoyed many users. Everything is clear and beautiful. Below the display there is a fingerprint scanner built into an oblong key. The device looks really expensive, fully confirming its premium class. It's incredibly pleasant to hold it in your hands. The highest quality materials, as well as the convenient location of all buttons and elements, are evident. Dimensions of MediaPad M3: height - 215.5 mm, thickness - 7.3 mm, width - 124.2 mm, weight - 310 g. Body color - silver, gold.
Display
The 8.4-inch screen has an aspect ratio of 16 to 10. There is no air gap, so the picture is surprising in its naturalness. There is an increased resolution of 2560 by 1600 pixels. This IPS matrix stands out positively for its wide viewing angles and excellent contrast. Incredible detail is complemented by a remarkable oleophobic coating. You can adjust the color temperature yourself by factory setting no complaints. This is one of the best displays found in tablets.
Hardware and performance
The MediaPad M3 operates under Android control 6.0, and decorates this operating system progressive shell EMUI 4.1. Almost the main advantage of the gadget is the eight-core Kirin 950 chip, capable of operating at a frequency of 2300 MHz. This processor is complemented by a Mali-T880 MP4 graphics accelerator, as well as 4 GB of RAM. The standard version received 32 GB of free storage, and the more advanced model - 64 GB. Even this substantial volume is expandable with microSDXC cards up to 128 GB.
Huawei Mediapad M3 shows excellent results in all tests. AnTuTu (version 6.0) reaches 94,000 points. There are also no problems observed in the actual operation of the device. Not the most pleasant impressions can occur only in demanding games where the graphics level is set to maximum. All because of the graphics accelerator, which does not always cope with effects and the highest resolution. And yet this Tablet PC is one of the three most powerful and fastest models.
Communication and sound
It is worth noting that the device can also perform a certain role smartphone, as it has a slot for two nano-SIM cards. But there are versions Wi-Fi tablet, where there is no conversational dynamics and opportunities mobile communications. The sound of two multimedia speakers in the Huawei MediaPad M3 can be called gorgeous. The power of each of them is 1 W, and they were tuned thanks to the efforts of the famous company Harman/Kardon. Therefore, you can count on very loud and spacious sound, and quite clear. Traditionally, things are even better with headphones, and it’s unlikely that you can find fault with anything in terms of sound. In the best modification, the set also includes high-quality AKG headphones.
Camera
The main 8-megapixel camera with f/2.0 aperture makes the MediaPad M3 tablet a solid mid-level smartphone or even an inexpensive digital camera. You can change focus, enable HDR mode, take panoramic shots, take night shots, use decorations, and much more. There is even a professional mode where the user can adjust everything the most important parameters. During the day, the camera shoots extremely well, but at night you should experiment with modes to achieve an acceptable result. It's sad that the manufacturer didn't install a flash, which obviously wouldn't have been a problem. As for the 8-megapixel front camera, it is the best that the tablet market has to offer today.
conclusions
In absolutely all respects, the MediaPad M3 turned out to be a flagship tablet that costs about 30,000 rubles. The device allows you to use telephone functions, and also offers powerful hardware and improved design. In the box with the device you can find a network adapter, instructions, a micro-USB cable and protective film(in the top version and headphones).
Pros:
- Perfect screen.
- High quality and beautiful case.
- Amazing sound.
- Wonderful cameras.
- Excellent performance.
Minuses:
- Not all games run at maximum settings.
Technical specifications of Huawei MediaPad M3
| General characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Model | Huawei MediaPad M3, BTV-DL09, BTV-W09 |
| Date of announcement/start of sales | September 2016 / October 2016 |
| Dimensions | 215.5 x 124.2 x 7.3 mm. |
| Weight | 310 g. |
| Case color range | Grey, Gold |
| operating system | Android OS, v6.0 (Marshmallow) + EMUI 4.1 |
| Connection | |
| Number and type of SIM cards | Nano-SIM |
| Communication standard in 2G networks | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| Communication standard in 3G networks | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| Communication standard in 4G networks | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 19(800), 20(800), 28(700), 38(2600), 39(1900 ), 40(2300), 41(2500) |
| Display | |
| Screen type | IPS LCD capacitive touch, 16 million colors |
| Screen size | 8.4 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1600 x 2560, 359 ppi |
| Multitouch | There is |
| Screen protection | Protective glass |
| Sound | |
| 3.5mm jack | There is |
| FM radio | There is |
| Additionally | Harman Kardon |
| Data transfer | |
| USB | MicroUSB v2.0 |
| Satellite navigation | A-GPS, GLONASS/BDS |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | v4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE |
| Internet connection | LTE Cat4, HSPA+, EDGE, GPRS |
| NFC | No |
| Hardware | |
| CPU | Hisilicon Kirin 950 Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T880 MP4 |
| RAM | 4GB RAM |
| Inner memory | 32 GB / 64 GB |
| Supported memory cards | MicroSD up to 256GB |
| Camera | |
| Camera | 8 MP, autofocus |
| Camera functions | Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR |
| Video recording | 1080p@30fps |
| Front-camera | 8MP |
| Battery | |
| Battery type and capacity | Li-Po 5100 mAh |
| Additionally | |
| Sensors | Light, proximity, gyroscope, accelerometer, compass, fingerprint scanner |
| Browser | HTML, HTML5, CSS 3 |
| IMAP, POP3, SMTP | |
| Other | -MP3/WAV/FLAC player -MP4/H.264 player -Organizer -Document viewer -Photo/video editor |
| Equipment | |
| Standard equipment | MediaPad M3: 1 USB cable: 1 User manual: 1 Warranty card: 1 Charger 5V/2A: 1 |
PERFECT FORM
HIGH TECH
Stylish, thin, with rounded edges, HUAWEI MediaPad M3 meets all the requirements of modern design. All-metal aerospace-grade aluminum body, lightweight yet durable. The thin tablet fits comfortably in your hand. HUAWEI MediaPad M3 is a great example of ergonomic design.
HARMONY OF FEELINGS
The HUAWEI MediaPad M3's acoustic technologies from Harman/Kardon and AKG provide high quality sound and excellent audio and video effects.
HIGH PERFORMANCE
LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES
Huawei's powerful Kirin 950 processor with a clock speed of 2.3 GHz and 16nm FinFET+ technology provides lightning-fast solutions to the most complex tasks, improves throughput memory, optimizes power consumption, taking the HUAWEI MediaPad M3 to new heights and making it one of the most powerful tablets in its class.
THE BEST MOMENTS OF YOUR LIFE
YOU WILL NOT MISS ANYTHING IMPORTANT
Capture the magical moments of your life. Whether it's breathtaking landscapes or priceless selfies, your memories will always be with you. Two 8-megapixel cameras HUAWEI tablet MediaPad M3 - front and back - allows you to take clear and bright photos of professional quality.
GREAT SOUND
CONCERT HALL IN YOUR POCKET
Immerse yourself in a world of sounds! HUAWEI's SWS 3.0 technology delivers high-quality audio. Two side stereo speakers create an immersive effect in concert hall. Developed in collaboration with electronics experts Harman/Kardon, the HUAWEI MediaPad M3's audio system reproduces every sound accurately. HUAWEI's SmartPA system conveys all the nuances and shades.
INCREDIBLE SOUND
TRUE ENJOYMENT
A high-performance audio processing and conversion processor is responsible for accurate sound reproduction, providing analog sound. The AK4376 digital-to-analog converter from Asahi Kasei Microdevices provides high-quality sound that far exceeds conventional CDs. HUAWEI MediaPad M3 - Hi-Fi system in your pocket.
BRIGHT PICTURE
NATURAL COLORS
The whole world is at your fingertips. Best-in-class 8.4" HD IPS screen 2560´1600 transmits sharp image, bright, realistic colors and provides ease of use both at work and when watching movies.
DYNAMIC BRIGHTNESS
VISION PROTECTION
Advanced dynamic brightness control technology allows you to set the optimal screen backlight and reduce eye fatigue. You will not feel visual discomfort when working on the Internet for many hours or while reading books.
CRYSTAL CLEAR IMAGES HIGH DEFINITION
ClariVu 3.0 technology expands the color range of the screen, delivering images with high color resolution and superior image quality.
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