Neskuchny treasure: what the new smartphone of the popular brand is capable of

Huawei Pura 80 Pro is the flagship that replaces last year's Pura 70 series. If the previous series boldly changed the design and was, in fact, experimental, the 2025 novelty is already a mature solution, balancing innovation and practicality. Izvestia has checked the new product and is sharing the report.

The first step is unpacking

The packaging is a thick white cardboard with a laconic logo. Everything is as promised in the box: the smartphone itself, a paper clip for removing the SIM tray (two physical cards are supported, which is nice - many are now abandoning this feature), documentation in several languages, including Russian, a USB Type-C cable about a meter long with thickened ends, and branded 100W charging.

Charging is no longer just a USB-C unit, but a stylish accessory with a matte finish and Huawei logo that harmonizes with the design of the phone. You get used to it in a couple of days, and without it it starts to seem like something is wrong. But the standard case should be treated with leniency: it is soft, with a matte finish, but does not protect against serious impacts.

The case is made of anodized aluminum. The texture is smooth but not slippery — it's comfortable to hold it in your hand. The back panel is made of glossy glass, which plays with new colors in different lighting conditions: for example, the red version glows with golden shades in the bright sun, and becomes more subdued in the shade.

The colors are chosen wisely. Red is rich, like ripe raspberries, it attracts glances even in a crowd. White — pure, like the first snow — this is suitable for those who love minimalism. Black is deep as space, ideal for business people. But it's not just the colors that make the design memorable — the rectangular camera unit with rounded corners on the back panel is now associated with Huawei flagships. Even without understanding the model range, you realize that this is a top-end device.

Despite the aggressive design, the phone fits comfortably in your hand. The 163×76.1 ×8.3 mm dimensions are not the most compact, but thanks to the streamlined edges, it is possible to reach the opposite edge of the screen without intercepting it even with one hand (although this requires some practice). Although glossy glass is its weakness: fingers or dust leave traces, so you'll have to take a case or wipe it often. The weight of 219 grams is a bit heavy, but in its class it is probably within the normal range.

Protection against water and dust — IP68/IP69. The first standard guarantees that the phone can withstand immersion to a depth of 2 m for 30 minutes, and the second — even washing under high pressure with water up to 80 ° C. I doubt that anyone will specifically soak it in boiling water, but it's better to be safe: I accidentally spilled a cup of coffee on the phone myself, and it worked flawlessly — the water rolled down without affecting the "insides". By the way, the USB-C port is protected by a rubber plug that does not fall out during use — and this is convenient.

My light, monitor, tell me

The Pura 80 Pro received a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 2848×1276 pixels (460 PPI). LTPO technology allows you to change the refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz: in static (for example, reading text or viewing documents), the screen operates at a minimum frequency of 1 Hz, saving battery, and in dynamics (social media feed, games, watching videos) accelerates to 120 Hz, making the picture smooth.

The colors are juicy, but not oversaturated — in Natural mode they are as close to real as possible, and in Vivid they are a little brighter, for watching movies or games. The viewing angles are wide — even if you look at the screen at a 90-degree angle, the details are not lost and the colors are not distorted. Brightness of up to 3,000 nits at its peak is a stated figure, but in practice it produces a maximum of about 1,000—1,500 nits, which is still enough to avoid being blinded by the sun: I tried to read messages outside at noon, and the text was clear, without having to cover the screen with my hand. The only negative is the 1440 Hz PWM. If you are sensitive to flickering (for example, when reading for a long time), it is better to test the phone before buying.

The processor is not a record holder by benchmarks — it produces results around average modern chips (for example, Antutu 1.5 million points), but it is enough for everyday tasks and even games. PUBG Mobile loads at maximum without brakes, 60 FPS is stable, and in Genshin Impact, when the texture and shadow settings are lowered, the game runs smoothly, without slowing down. EMUI 15 is optimized for this processor, so that the system works without delay: opening applications, switching between them, multitasking — everything is on the same level.

The sound is a separate song. The stereo speakers are balanced, the bass is rich, but without the "droning", the treble is clear. The volume is enough to listen to music on headphones or podcasts in a noisy subway — I tried to ride in a crowded car, and the sound remained clear, that is, without distortion.

But the real magic of the Pura 80 Pro is in the camera. The main sensor is a 1-inch RYYB module with 50 MP adjustable aperture f/1.6—f/4.0. It allows you to "let in" more light at night, making pictures bright and detailed without noise.

But it's not just that that's interesting: Huawei has added a high-quality night shooting mode that preserves natural hues. For example, at night on the street, the lanterns do not "melt" into blue, but give a warm yellow hue, and the trees remain green, not black. When shooting at night in the park, even small details — leaves on trees, asphalt textures — were clearly visible, without artifacts.

The cameras work flawlessly during the day: the ultra-wide angle (40 MP, f/2.2) does not distort perspective, even if you shoot a building at an angle of 120°, and the telephoto lens (48 MP, f/2.1 with 4x optical zoom) allows you to zoom in on distant objects without losing detail. I tried shooting birds in a tree from a distance of 50 m — their feathers were clearly visible, without blurring.

Not a TV, but a TV set

Macro photography is a separate feature. The telephoto images look like they were taken under a microscope: I took a drop of water on a sheet, and small air bubbles were visible inside it, as well as the texture of the sheet with each hair. 4K 60 FPS is available on all cameras except ultra—wide - the video is high-quality, with the correct white balance, but the depth of the frame is sometimes "smeared", especially on the background. For example, when shooting videos on the street with people in the background, they get a little blurry, but this is offset by the clarity of the main subject. The selfie camera (13 MP) takes detailed pictures with high contrast: even in the evening, in low light, the face is illuminated softly, without harsh shadows — I took pictures of myself outside at 20:00, and the skin looked natural, without artificial "embellishment".

The battery is 5170 mAh. Compared to their Chinese counterparts (they often have 6000 mAh), this is modest, but the autonomy is on the level. With moderate use, the phone holds a charge for one and a half to two days. If you don't let it go (games, Zoom conferences, constant use of GPS), then 20-30% remains by the evening. But charging is 100 watts, from 0 to 100% in 30 minutes. By the way, a Li-Po battery that doesn't crack over time is a plus.

What do we have based on the results of the "test drive"? Huawei Pura 80 Pro is a balanced flagship that will last you for several years. Its strength lies in the camera, which produces stunning images day and night, and not in maximum performance (although there is nothing wrong with the processor). The design is stylish, the screen is bright, the charging is fast — everything is on top. There are also disadvantages: first of all, it is a large camera unit (not everyone likes it), a glossy case (it gets dirty quickly) and, most likely, a fairly high price (in Europe, the smartphone is offered at a price of 1,499 euros, i.e. about 138 thousand rubles; the official price in the Russian Federation will be announced on August 1). Nevertheless, for those who are looking for a smartphone with a high-quality camera and a stylish design, and are not going to save on the purchase, the novelty should "come in".