Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022
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Primary Camera: 0.9 MPix
Price comparison
Average of 43 scores (from 58 reviews)
Reviews for the Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022
The MateBook X Pro 2022 sports a new case with a larger display, an up-to-date Alder Lake processor from Intel and a wide range of features. The end result is very good, but the Intel Evo certified ultrabook also comes with a hefty price tag of around 2,199 Euros (~US$ 2199).
Source: Mirror
Huawei’s MateBook X Pro is a great flagship laptop that delivers a great performance rivalling other new generation ultra-lightweight laptops. It handles the majority of tasks admirably, with the screen being one of the best I have reviewed.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/05/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Expert Reviews
Until I did the battery test I was all set to call this latest MateBook X one of the best compact laptops money can buy. The display, keyboard, speaker system and performance are all top-notch. It’s a very, very well-made laptop too and in the new white livery, it looks absolutely stunning. But that sub-seven-hour battery life is disappointing, especially when you consider how far it is from the Tiger Lake model we tested earlier in the year. It knocks some of the shine off MateBook X Pro, which is a shame because otherwise, it is an absolute cracker.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/30/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Hardware Zone
And if you want a Huawei notebook with the Super Device feature that lets you use it with other Huawei devices, there are less pricey alternatives like the S$1,798 MateBook 14 or the even more affordable S$1,298 MateBook D16. Perhaps Huawei could have introduced a more affordable version with 512GB of storage instead of 1TB. Or they could have done more to distinguish the MateBook X Pro. Giving it a convertible design like the Yoga 9i would be a good place to start. Is there any reason one should get a MateBook X Pro over a more affordable Huawei notebook or any other less expensive notebook for that matter? Only if you absolutely must have the most portable and premium-looking and feeling ultraportable notebook that Huawei makes. Otherwise, it makes more sense to spend your money elsewhere.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/26/2022
Rating: Total score: 75% price: 65% performance: 80% mobility: 85% workmanship: 80%
Source: Hardware Zone
And if you want a Huawei notebook with the Super Device feature that lets you use it with other Huawei devices, there are less pricey alternatives like the S$1,798 MateBook 14 or the even more affordable S$1,298 MateBook D16. Perhaps Huawei could have introduced a more affordable version with 512GB of storage instead of 1TB. Or they could have done more to distinguish the MateBook X Pro. Giving it a convertible design like the Yoga 9i would be a good place to start. Is there any reason one should get a MateBook X Pro over a more affordable Huawei notebook or any other less expensive notebook for that matter? Only if you absolutely must have the most portable and premium-looking and feeling ultraportable notebook that Huawei makes. Otherwise, it makes more sense to spend your money elsewhere.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/09/2022
Rating: Total score: 75% price: 65% performance: 800% mobility: 85% workmanship: 80%
Source: Pocket Lint
It's safe to say that - on the whole - the updated MateBook X Pro is a refinement of the original 2022 design. But arguably is the laptop that earlier version should have been. The updated magnesium alloy finish gives it a really lovely look and texture, the 14.2-inch display offers vivid but accurate colours and crisp detail, while the speakers elevate the experience. Plus, there's plenty of power here with efficient cooling that it copes with just about any task as long as you don't need something that needs a more powerful dedicated graphics processing unit. There's no denying it's an expensive machine, but given the improvements it seems - at least - that it's more worthy of that price tag than its predecessor was.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/04/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: T3
If you want a lightweight laptop for work that runs well and looks good then the Huawei Matebook X Pro (2022) is a premium option to impress. Granted the battery life leaves a lot to be desired but that's its only significant downfall.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/22/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tech Advisor
The MateBook X Pro’s second 2022 revision doesn’t change much, but a jump to 12th-gen Intel chips and a lighter magnesium alloy build are enough to make a great laptop even better. It’s not quite perfect – we still miss the proper USB port, and rivals have better battery – but it’s pretty darn close.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/20/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Zdnet.com
There are some excellent premium 14-inch ultraportable laptops on the market at the moment, including Apple's M1 Pro-based MacBook Pro (from £1,899/$1,999) and Lenovo's 10th-generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon (from £2,230/$1,397). However, Huawei's thin, light and elegant MateBook X Pro (2022) can hold its own with the best of them. It carries a premium price tag (£1,799), but in our opinion is worth the money -- especially with a 28-inch monitor thrown in for free. Unfortunately for buyers across the pond, the MateBook X Pro (2022) is not officially available in the US. The 2022 MateBook X Pro performs well with mainstream workloads, although the lack of discrete graphics hampers it in the gaming stakes. Its 14.2-inch screen is bright, with good colour gamut coverage and accuracy, even if it's not an OLED panel, while the audio subsystem is as good as they come. The only disappointments are 720p rather than 1080p webcam resolution, the lack of an SD card slot and moderate battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/03/2022
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Expert Reviews
Until I did the battery test I was all set to call this latest MateBook X one of the best compact laptops money can buy. The display, keyboard, speaker system and performance are all top-notch. It’s a very, very well-made laptop too and in the new white livery, it looks absolutely stunning. But that sub-seven-hour battery life is disappointing, especially when you consider how far it is from the Tiger Lake model we tested earlier in the year. It knocks some of the shine off MateBook X Pro, which is a shame because otherwise, it is an absolute cracker.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/26/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Laptop Mag
The Huawei MateBook X Pro is one of the best Ultrabooks you can buy today — providing convenience that the Dell XPS 13 Plus omits and standing up to the M2 MacBook Air with a gorgeous display, 12th Gen Intel power, fantastic touchpad and keyboard, and a seriously sleek design.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/25/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Android Headlines
The bottom line is… the Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022 is a truly excellent laptop. It is extremely pricey, though, a lot more expensive than its predecessor. So, from that point of view, it may be best for you to get last year’s model, as you’ll save a ton of cash (depending on the variant). However, if you’re looking to get the latest and greatest, we really don’t have any major complaints about this laptop. Huawei did an amazing job with the MateBook X Pro 2022. It pulled all the stops and created a great-looking, and great-feeling laptop that can handle a lot. The sound output is sublime, the screen is truly excellent, and the keyboard is a joy to type on. Even the touchpad is excellent. If you have the cash, and you want the best, get the Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022, it’s certainly one of the best offerings in this price range.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/23/2022
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: ben's gadget reviews
Huawei's newest flagship laptop, the MateBook X Pro, runs on a 12th-gen Intel core i7, with a gorgeous 14.1-inch 3K display, and a new coating that looks and feels premium yet different from the pack.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/22/2022
Source: Hitech Century
The Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022 is the ultraportable equivalent of a Rolls Royce, blending superb hardware in an exquisitely engineered ultraslim chassis. If money is no object, this is one of the lightest, most powerful ultraportables that money can buy.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/22/2022
Rating: Total score: 76% price: 60% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 100%
Source: Root Nation
The Huawei MateBook X Pro is the laptop that convinced me that a professional designer/photographer/videographer’s MacBook alternative exists. It’s the perfect powerful work machine in a super compact form factor, with a stunning screen and extraordinary shell and software capabilities. It was not without minor shortcomings – limited ports and not the greatest autonomy, but these are rather common problems of the entire class of similar devices, and not specifically of this ultrabook. In fact, only two things can keep you from buying – a high (but more than justified) price and the fact that you simply do not need such powerful equipment. But who would turn down a Ferrari even if they weren’t racing?
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/22/2022
Source: Trusted Reviews
The Huawei MateBook X Pro (2022, 12th-gen) is a great laptop; it offers improvements over its predecessor, including higher levels of brightness, better accuracy for colour-sensitive work, and a 12th-Gen Intel processor. I’m a fan of the sturdy build, and the haptic feedback touchpad. The MateBook X Pro is the ideal laptop for hybrid workers who are looking for a lightweight and portable device that can be used from home or the office. However, with a disappointing battery life and a super-high price, it’s likely to have limited appeal. If you want a speedy work laptop, then this is a great choice. But you can find a similar performance on more reasonably priced devices such as Dell XPS 13 OLED and MacBook Air M2.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/13/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: XDA Developers
All in all, I think the Huawei MateBook X Pro has a lot to offer, and while it is a bit pricy, it’s not overly expensive for what you get. Again, the £1,799 price tag includes a fairly expensive monitor in the package, so this isn’t as expensive as it initially appears. For what you pay, you get a phenomenal display, great sound, premium build quality, and a good typing experience. You can’t ask for a lot more. Except, maybe, for it to be available in the United States. My biggest issues with the Huawei MateBook X Pro have to do with the built-in webcam and microphone setup, plus the lack of legacy ports is unfortunate. I also didn’t love some aspects of the touchpad, but you might be able to get used to how it works. As for the Huawei MateView SE, I’d say this is a nice monitor for the price. I find the lack of speakers a bit unfortunate because I would also like to hook up my Nintendo Switch to it, but if you’re only using a laptop, it probably already has better speakers than any monitor in this price range.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/11/2022
Source: Make Use Of
I absolutely would recommend the X Pro 12th Gen as a daily portable with plenty of horsepower. If you’re not looking for a hardcore gaming laptop, or one for super-intensive design work, then you’re well onto a winner. It might carry a premium price tag, but you’re getting a premium home office laptop here, which is ideal for dealing with productivity tasks like child's play.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/05/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Pocket Lint
It's safe to say that - on the whole - the updated MateBook X Pro is a refinement of the original 2022 design. But arguably is the laptop that earlier version should have been. The updated magnesium alloy finish gives it a really lovely look and texture, the 14.2-inch display promises vivid but accurate colours, and there's plenty of power here with efficient cooling that it should cope with just about any task. There's no denying it's an expensive machine, but given the improvements it seems - at least - that it's more worthy of that price tag than its predecessor was.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/04/2022
Source: TechTablets
The new lighter even more refined MateBook X Pro with Intel Core i7 1260P 12 core chipset with Iris Xe graphics. 3120 x 2080 14.2-inch touchscreen. 6 speaker Huawei sound. Smart AI webcam, 4 mics, and thunderbolt 4.0 support. 16GB with 1TB SSD storage.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/02/2022
Source: Techradar
We really enjoyed our time with the new Huawei MateBook X Pro. Assuming it doesn’t somehow fall apart during our testing process - which we would be surprised to see - we’ll feel very comfortable recommending it to anyone looking for a lightweight new laptop. At this point, our main criticism is the relative lack of physical port options. There’s four ports in total (not including the headphone jack), all four of which are USB-C; No USB-A, no SD card reader, and no video output in sight. This is likely due to the ultra-thin form factor, but it’s still annoying that it necessitates the purchase of a USB hub when it’s already going to be quite pricey.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/02/2022
Source: Stuff TV
We already knew the latest Matebook X Pro was a slick-looking ultraportable with a stellar screen – and that hasn’t changed now Huawei has upgraded the internals. It’s still a great work machine, thanks to the tactile keyboard, responsive touchpad and 3:2 aspect ratio. The high resolution, HDR support and decent set of speakers mean it can entertain as well. The extra CPU cores have given performance a welcome boost, meaning it can crunch numbers on par with many chunkier machines. A few new colour options help the updated machine stand out from its more businesslike rivals, and by the time you configure an M2-powered MacBook Air with same RAM and storage the price gap is pretty minimal. Battery life remains a sore spot, though, and creative types will still need to look elsewhere for a machine with a dedicated GPU. But if you’re simply after a premium work machine with a splash of style, it absolutely gets the job done.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/25/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Foreign Reviews
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Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/04/2023
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 75% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 75% workmanship: 95% ergonomy: 85%
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/26/2022
Source: PCtipp.ch DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/08/2022
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Huawei Blog DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/02/2022
Source: Computerhoy ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/23/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Geeknetic ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/02/2022
Rating: Total score: 98%
Source: Xataka ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/02/2022
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 88% display: 95% mobility: 85% workmanship: 98% ergonomy: 93%
Source: Android Geek PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2023
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: PC Guia PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/18/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Smart World IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/21/2022
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 65% display: 85% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 85%
Source: DDay IT IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/12/2022
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 60% mobility: 900% workmanship: 80%
Source: Quotidiano Hardware Upgrade IT→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; powerful hardware; high performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/04/2022
Source: 01Net FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/05/2023
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 90% mobility: 50%
Source: Charles Tech FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/09/2022
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: Clubic FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/08/2022
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: CNet France FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Frandroid FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2022
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: Journal du Geek FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/26/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Les Numeriques FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/09/2022
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 100%
Source: Phonandroid FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: CNet France FR→EN
Positive: Premium design; solid workmanship; powerful hardware; high performance; excellent display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/17/2022
Source: Root Nation PL PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/27/2023
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% display: 90% mobility: 60% workmanship: 100%
Source: Video testy PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/24/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Galaktyczny PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/12/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Root Nation PL PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/24/2022
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 100% mobility: 90% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 100%
Source: Telepolis PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/22/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
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Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/16/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: GSM Maniak PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/09/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/19/2022
Rating: Total score: 92%
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; good cooling and silent system; excellent display; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Slow SSD storage; short battery life; high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/14/2022
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN
Positive: Slim size; light weight; beautiful design; excellent display; powerful hardware. Negative: No dedicated graphics card; poor set of ports; no microSD card slot.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/14/2022
Source: Ixbt RU→EN
Positive: Powerful processor; high performance; fast SSD storage; excellent display; long battery life; quick charging; good connectivity; great speakers. Negative: Poor webcam.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/14/2022
Source: Tech World HU→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/20/2022
Rating: Total score: 94% price: 90%
Source: Smartmania.cz CZ→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/22/2022
Rating: Total score: 88% features: 95% display: 92% mobility: 75% workmanship: 100%
Source: Svet Androida CZ→EN
Positive: Stylish design; great built quality; fast fingerprint sensor; beautiful display; compact size; light weight; high performance; excellent touchpad. Negative: Short battery life; high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/23/2022
Source: Jagat Review ID→EN
Positive: Slim size; light weight; powerful processor; high gaming performance; good cooling system; nice display; decent autonomy; quick charging; Thunderbolt 4 port; great connectivity. Negative: High price; poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/03/2022
Source: Arena IT →EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; premium design; metal case; excellent display; great speakers; long battery life; quick charging. Negative: No HDMI port.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/06/2022
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Huawei Matebook X Pro (2022)
Huawei’s smartphone lineup might be rather dry this year but make no mistake, it is making up for this in its laptop division. Its latest offering is none other than the Huawei Matebook X Pro (2022). In terms of its design, one striking difference with the previous models of the Huawei MateBook X Pro is the new and improved display. With its maximum brightness upgraded to 500 nits (up from 450 in the previous model), the screen in this device is rather bright and almost bezel-less, with a 3:2 aspect ratio which provides more vertical space for productivity and scrolling on the web. It simply means that this 14.2-inch screen uses a somewhat esoteric 3.1K resolution which looks sharp whether for playing videos or just doing work. According to Huawei, it is the best display ever used in one of its laptops. In addition, it is also a touchscreen, allowing for quick click, scroll, and zoom with the fingertips.
Apart from the touchscreen feature, the touchpad on this model is also genuinely excellent. Well, it can be likened to an infinity pool, which is an apt comparison since the edge closest to the user reaches all the way to the edge of the chassis with no bottom border, which makes downwards swipes feel much smoother. The touchpad is of decent size and has a good, firm click, but what is even more interesting are the expanded gesture controls. Furthermore, the edges of the pad can be swiped up and down to adjust the volume and brightness, while the top edge can be used to control video and music playback.
As far as its keyboard is concerned, it is not much different from the previous model, with subtle but even backlighting and a decent amount of travel. While it may feel comfortable to be used, not quite revolutionary though. No doubt that it is definitely a great keyboard but it feels like Huawei is playing it safe. This is due to the fact that, while other laptop big dogs are pushing the envelope with weird, cool stuff like folding displays and touchpad-integrated screens, Huawei seems content to make products that perform well but do not really innovate. This is also true for the touchpad as the gesture controls are nice, but do not exactly scream ‘cutting edge tech’.
In terms of its performance, this model has been equipped with the 12th-gen Alder Lake Intel with either an i5 or i7 processor, depending on the performance needs of the user. Well, Intel’s new core architecture simply means a better performance in both single- and multi-core workloads, with reduced power draw which helps to stretch the device’s battery life a little further. In a nutshell, it is a great device to be explored further, depending on the need and preference of the user.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
Intel Iris Xe G7 96EUs: Integrated graphics card in Intel Tiger Lake G4 SoCs based on the new Gen. 12 architecture with 96 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model. The Tiger Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
i7-1260P: An upper mid-range Alder Lake family CPU featuring 4 performance cores and 8 efficient cores. This 28 W SoC is designed for use in ultra-light (yet actively cooled) laptops. Core i7-1260P's performance cores are Hyper-Threading-enabled for a total of 16 threads. This 12th Gen CPU runs at 1.5 GHz to 4.7 GHz and supports "Essentials" tier vPro features. Last but not the least, Core i7-1260P has a built-in 96 EU Iris Xe GPU, not unlike certain 11th Gen Tiger Lake-UP3 processors.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
14.20":
14 inch display size represents a middle ground between the small subnotebook formats and the screens of the standard 15 inch laptops.
The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, provides good resolutions with usable detail sizes, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact.
In the past, 14-inch devices were very rare, but now they are the standard for laptops after the 15-inchers.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Huawei: Huawei Technologies Co, Ltd. is a Chinese telecommunications company and hardware manufacturer founded in 1987 and headquartered in Shenzhen. Huawei is a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. Huawei provides end-to-end solutions for telecommunications networks, devices, and smartphones, as well as storage, servers, networking, and cloud computing enterprise solutions and products.
In 2014, Huawei established the Honor subsidiary brand under which certain smartphone lines are sold. The Huawei name is usually not listed for these products.
85.31%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.