While the latter systems are intended for users seeking a balance between price and performance, the MateBook X Pro pulls no punches when it comes to hardware, design, and features.<\/p>\n
Huawei claims that this portable powerhouse delivers a \u201cnew level of professional performance\u201d with a hardware configuration up to a Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, and GeForce MX250 graphics.<\/p>\n
It is ideally suited for demanding users who need great performance in a compact form factor wherever they go.<\/p>\n
We were provided with a MateBook X Pro to test out, \u2013 below are our thoughts.<\/p>\n
Robust yet sleek<\/h3>\n
Our model came in a Space Grey colour, although Silver and Emerald Green are also available.<\/p>\n
From our first hands-on impressions, it was evident that the MateBook X Pro\u2019s stunning all-aluminium chassis had a robust build quality.<\/p>\n
However, measuring only around 300mm wide and 14mm thin, with a weight of just over 1.3kg, Huawei clearly did not sacrifice portability.<\/p>\n
Its unibody design, brushed finish, and smooth round edges with simple glossy Huawei logo on the lid make for a bold yet understated look.<\/p>\n
The laptop\u2019s weight is also well distributed, which made it easy to open the lid with one finger without the main body lifting off the table.<\/p>\n
Display<\/h3>\n
The 3K FullView Display is a thing of beauty \u2013 comprising a 3,000 x 2,000 panel stretching across its 13.9-inch screen.<\/p>\n
The side, top, and bottom bezels are also incredibly thin, providing a 91% screen-to-body ratio.<\/p>\n
The display also boasts 100% sRGB colour accuracy, which makes it great for viewing and working with multimedia \u2013 particularly for precision colour editing.<\/p>\n
With its touch support, users can quickly and easily navigate the Windows 10 interface with taps and swipes.<\/p>\n
Ports aplenty<\/h3>\n
Few things are as frustrating as not having enough ports to connect all your storage or peripherals.<\/p>\n
While many new ultra-compact notebooks scale down on expansion, the MateBook X Pro has plenty to offer in this department.<\/p>\n
On the left, the laptop features a 3.5mm audio jack and two USB-C ports, either of which can be used to connect to the power provided by its 65W SuperCharge adapter.<\/p>\n
The right side sports a single USB Type-A connection \u2013 which is perfectly positioned for connecting a wired mouse or a wireless dongle.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s not all you get in terms of expandability, however, as Huawei includes an adapter with additional ports for free inside the box.<\/p>\n
This hub sports HDMI and VGA ports, in addition to USB-C and USB Type-A connections.<\/p>\n
Keyboard and camera<\/h3>\n
Essential to keeping productive on a laptop is a well-designed keyboard and mousepad.<\/p>\n
The large keys and gracious travelling distance of its buttons resulted in a pleasant typing experience.<\/p>\n
At first sight, it appears as though this laptop has no webcam, with the razor-thin bezels showing no signs of a lens.<\/p>\n
However, the MateBook X Pro has a neat trick up its sleeve, with its camera being hidden in a button between the F6 and F7 keys.<\/p>\n
Pressing this button will raise the keycap, revealing a 720p webcam for video calls and recordings.<\/p>\n
Pushing it down will hide the camera again, ensuring the utmost privacy.<\/p>\n
The MateBook X Pro also sports a fingerprint reader on its power button for quick and secure login.<\/p>\n
Pricing and specifications<\/h3>\n
The MateBook X Pro is available from the\u00a0Huawei Online store<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0at R34,999.<\/p>\n Buyers also get a free Huawei Bluetooth Mouse and Classic backpack with a combined value of more than R3,000.<\/p>\nHuawei MateBook X Pro<\/h3>\n
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