Huawei MateBook X Pro 2024: A Powerful Ultralight with OLED Display
Huawei has unveiled its latest flagship laptop, the MateBook X Pro 2024, boasting significant upgrades that position it as a strong contender in the premium ultraportable market.
Impressive Hardware in a Lightweight Package
The standout feature of the new MateBook X Pro is its incredibly light 980g chassis, achieved through the use of a magnesium alloy body. Despite the weight reduction, Huawei has managed to pack in powerful components:
- Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor (16 cores, 22 threads)
- Intel Arc Graphics
- Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
- 70Wh battery (up from 60Wh in the previous generation)
Stunning OLED Display
For the first time, Huawei has equipped the MateBook X Pro with an OLED display:
- 14.2-inch 3:2 aspect ratio
- 3120x2080 resolution
- 120Hz refresh rate
- 1,000 nits peak brightness (HDR)
- 100% coverage of Adobe RGB, sRGB, and P3 color gamuts
The flexible OLED panel also features rounded corners to match the Windows 11 aesthetic.
Performance and Cooling
Early benchmarks show impressive performance from the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor:
- CPU-Z scores rivaling desktop chips like the Core i5-12600K
- Cinebench 2024 scores of 110 (single-core) and 773 (multi-core)
- Ability to sustain 40W power draw under load
Notably, the cooling system manages to keep temperatures around 85°C even during stress tests, an achievement for such a thin design.
Refined User Experience
Huawei has made several improvements to enhance usability:
- Redesigned keyboard with wider, more tactile keys
- Premium trackpad with haptic feedback and gesture support
- One-handed lid opening
- Privacy switch for the webcam
Connectivity and Ecosystem
While the port selection has been reduced to three USB-C ports (two Thunderbolt 4), the MateBook X Pro offers strong integration with other Huawei devices:
- File sharing and clipboard sync across devices
- Ability to run multiple Android apps simultaneously
- Use Huawei tablets as secondary displays
Potential Drawbacks
- Limited port selection may require dongles for some users
- 3:2 aspect ratio, while great for productivity, is less ideal for gaming
- High-end configuration likely to come with a premium price tag
The Huawei MateBook X Pro 2024 represents a significant leap forward in the company's laptop offerings. Its combination of powerful internals, stunning display, and ultra-lightweight design make it a compelling option for professionals and power users seeking a premium Windows ultraportable.