Huawei Pura 90 Pro Review: specs and features, camera quality test, gaming benchmark, user opinions and photos

Huawei Pura 90 Pro - Overcoming Previous Shortcomings

Of course, the updated Pura line of smartphones from the Chinese company Huawei doesn't consist of just one model. The Pro version, for example, has significantly improved over its predecessor in many ways. And while Google services are still just a dream for brand fans, today's review subject is sure to please for dozens of other reasons.

The new model's appearance is truly flagship-like. A variety of glass back panels to suit every taste, a metal frame that feels pleasantly cool in the palm, excellent ergonomics of the candybar design with rounded corners, the signature photo module array, and the almost completely disappearing display bezels with an integrated fingerprint sensor make its exterior stand out from its competitors. The over six and a half-inch AMOLED panel boasts a 2760x1256 resolution, ideal for its size, and boasts an impressive 4000 nits of brightness, smooth content at a 120 Hz refresh rate, and natural color reproduction. It's also worth noting that the screen is built using LTPO technology, which has a positive impact on energy efficiency. It also features a high-quality oleophobic coating.

The technical specifications include the latest Kirin 9030S CPU, 12GB/16GB of RAM, and a Maleoon 935F GPU. While this combination still won't achieve record-breaking benchmark results, 1,600,000 points in AnTuTu looks quite impressive. The processor eliminates even the slightest lag in HarmonyOS (or EMUI in some regional versions) and handles all modern games smoothly. However, for a stable gaming experience, it's recommended to reduce graphics settings from maximum to high. It's unlikely anyone will be dissatisfied with the battery life, as the battery capacity has been increased to 6000 mAh. 10-12 hours of active screen time are combined with fast wired (66W) and wireless (50W) charging. Storage options include 256/512/1024 GB.

Photography is among the best in its class. Two photo modules (the main 50-megapixel camera and a periscope telephoto lens with 4x optical zoom) boast hybrid image stabilization, allowing you to capture hundreds of detailed evening shots and videos without visible noise or blur. It's hard not to praise the 12.5-megapixel wide-angle sensor and the auxiliary ToF module. The developer has also improved the stereo sound, improving its volume and overall quality. NFC contactless payments, 5G support, an IR port for controlling home appliances, and the ability to send messages via satellite (not available in all countries) round out the device's list of advantages. The only minor obstacles to purchasing it are the lack of Google services and, as a result, the mediocre performance of some apps.