Huawei MateBook 13 review
The Huawei Huawei MateBook 13 ranks as the #766 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 63. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #760-ranked features among 430 laptops. Consider the HP 470 G7 or Dell Inspiron 15 3505, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The Huawei MateBook 13 is a worthy consideration for those seeking a Windows alternative with a Macbook-like look and feel. Its sleek design and smooth performance make it a great option for casual users and multitaskers alike. With 512GB of storage and 16GB of RAM, it's well-equipped to handle productivity tasks. While its battery life falls short of Huawei's claims, it still delivers decent usage time. However, the lack of Wi-Fi 6 support is a notable drawback. Overall, the MateBook 13 is a solid choice for those in the market for a reliable and feature-rich laptop, but its premium price may be a barrier for some.
Build
The Huawei MateBook 13 boasts an impressive build quality that rivals the MacBook Air. The device's aluminum body feels premium and sturdy, with a sleek Space Gray finish that exudes sophistication. The laptop's weight is evenly distributed, making it comfortable to carry around. The keyboard and touchpad are well-integrated into the chassis, creating a seamless user experience. The MateBook 13's build quality is on par with its competitors, making it a solid choice for those seeking a high-quality laptop that won't compromise on aesthetics or functionality. Overall, the MateBook 13's build quality is impressive and worthy of consideration. HP EliteBook 845 G7 might be a smarter choice, offering an upgraded build.
Display
The Huawei MateBook 13 boasts an impressive display, with its touchscreen functionality being a highlight. The screen works seamlessly when scrolling or pinching to zoom, making for a smooth user experience. However, the color accuracy falls short, with colors appearing too warm and needing adjustment via the display manager settings. This may be a drawback for some users, but overall, the MateBook 13's display is a notable feature that showcases its capabilities as a productivity laptop. For an improved display, HP EliteBook 860 G9 is worth considering.
Performance
The Huawei MateBook 13 boasts impressive performance credentials. With its quad-core processor and 16GB RAM, multitasking and app-switching are seamless. In our testing, the laptop delivered smooth performance for casual web browsing and productivity apps. The 512GB storage space is also ample for most users. However, the battery life was slightly underwhelming, lasting around 7-8 hours on a single charge. Still, overall, the MateBook 13's performance is commendable, making it a viable option for those seeking a reliable Windows-based laptop. You might want to check out HP 17, featuring an upgraded performance for a superior experience.
Battery and Charging
The MateBook 13's battery life is decent, lasting around 7-8 hours in our testing, which falls short of the claimed 9 hours of productivity use. However, charging the device from 10% to 100% took a relatively quick two hours with the included 65W charger. While not exceptional, this charging speed is still satisfactory for a laptop of its class. Overall, the battery performance is average, but not particularly impressive compared to other laptops in the same price range.
Connectivity
The Huawei MateBook 13's connectivity features are a mixed bag. It lacks support for Wi-Fi 6, which is surprising considering its release in 2020. However, the laptop's ports are decent, with two USB-A, one USB-C, and an HDMI port, although it would have been nice to see a more modern selection of connectors. If you're after top-notch connectivity, consider HP Chromebook 15.
Features
The Huawei MateBook 13 boasts a sleek design with a touch screen display that works seamlessly. The laptop features 512GB storage space and 16GB RAM, making multitasking a breeze. A 65W charging adapter quickly tops up the battery from 0-100% in two hours. With Wi-Fi connectivity and a dual-speaker setup, this device is ideal for productivity on-the-go. It’s worth checking out HP ENVY 17, delivering remarkable features.
Support and Maintenance
The Huawei MateBook 13 offers decent support and maintenance features. The laptop's performance is smooth with casual web browsing and multitasking, thanks to its 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage space. Battery life is also satisfactory, lasting around 7-8 hours on a single charge. However, the color accuracy on the display could be improved, making it appear too warm at times. Overall, the MateBook 13 provides adequate support and maintenance for daily use, but may not meet the expectations of those seeking top-notch performance.
Pros
1. The laptop has a smooth experience with casual web browsing and navigating through multiple productivity apps.
2. It comes with 512 gigabytes of storage space as well as 16 gigs of ram, which is sufficient for multitasking and switching between apps.
3. The touchscreen display works pretty well with responsive scrolling, pinching to zoom, and multi-touch gestures.
4. The battery performance is great, lasting about 7-8 hours on a single charge, and the laptop can be charged from 0 to 100% in about 2 hours.
5. It's worth considering as an alternative to MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, with a similar look and feel.
Cons
1. The color accuracy of the display is not perfect, appearing too warm and needing to be adjusted manually.
2. The bottom firing speakers perform averagely, lacking in low mid frequencies.
3. It doesn't have support for Wi-Fi Six, which might be a drawback for some users.
4. The price of MateBook 13 (1598 SGD) is slightly higher than MacBook Air (1499 SGD).
5. As a 2020 device, it's already a year old and might not have the latest features or technologies.
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