Huawei Mate 80 Pro
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro is a Huawei smartphone released Apr 2026 in South Africa with contract deals from R639/month. Key specs: 6.8" display, 50MP + 48MP + 12MP main camera, 5500mAh battery.
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Mate 80 Pro
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Contract deals
Network offers for this phone, cheapest monthly price first.
Vodacom
Huawei Mate 80 Pro 512GB on Vodacom RED Core 1GB Unlimited
1GB data · 36 months
R639
per month
R23,004 total
R679
per month
R24,444 total
Cell C
Huawei Mate 80 Pro 512GB on Cell C Elevate 1+
1.5GB data · 36 months
R799
per month
R28,764 total
R999
per month
R23,976 total
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Key Specs
The hardware that matters most.
- Display Size
- 6.8"
- Resolution
- 2844 x 1260
- Processor
- Kirin 9100
- RAM
- 12GB
- Storage
- 256GB/512GB
- Battery
- 5500mAh
- Main Camera
- 50MP + 48MP + 12MP
- Front Camera
- 13MP
- Operating System
- HarmonyOS 5
- Connectivity
- 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Latest Comparisons
See how this phone stacks up against alternatives.
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Mate 80 Pro: Which Should You Buy in South Africa?
Choose the iPhone 17 Pro Max if you want the best all-round premium experience, especially for iOS, video, and resale value. Choose the Huawei Mate 80 Pro if you want the better bargain, longer battery life, and strong flagship hardware for far less money.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 80 Pro: Which Should You Buy in South Africa?
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if you want the best all-round flagship and the safest software experience in South Africa. Choose the Huawei Mate 80 Pro if you want better battery life and stronger value for money, and you are comfortable with HarmonyOS.
Best for
Where the Mate 80 Pro makes the most sense
Best for battery life
The 5500mAh battery gives this phone a strong endurance edge for heavy daily use.
Best for camera versatility
Its 50MP + 48MP + 12MP rear setup suggests a stronger photography story than a simple dual-camera phone.
Best for big-screen media
The 6.8" panel makes more sense if streaming, gaming, and reading are high on your list.
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Huawei Mate 80 Pro
R639/month