The HUAWEI Pura X Max is a bold foldable phone built around a wide-screen format rather than the tall, narrow design many foldables use. It opens into a 7.7-inch inner display and closes around a 5.4-inch outer display, giving users a device that feels closer to a compact digital notebook or mini entertainment screen than a conventional phone.
The main appeal is simple: this is a foldable designed for people who want more horizontal space for video, gaming, reading, editing, writing and multitasking.
Huawei positions the Pura X Max as a premium device that combines a distinctive folding shape, HarmonyOS 6.1, XMAGE imaging, AI-assisted features, stylus support and a large battery. It is not just a bigger Pura X; it is a more ambitious wide-folding model made for users who want a phone that can also behave like a small tablet, sketchpad, video screen and productivity companion.
Design: A Wide Foldable with a Passport-Like Feel
The most important design difference is the shape. The Pura X Max uses a wider folding format that makes the unfolded screen feel more natural for landscape-style use. It measures 120 mm tall, 85 mm wide when folded and 166.5 mm wide when unfolded. The device is 11.2 mm thick when folded and 5.2 mm thick when unfolded, with a weight of about 229 g.
That makes it larger and more substantial than a standard smartphone, but the trade-off is clear: the user gets a broad internal canvas for media, apps and creative work. Huawei also highlights a reliable folding architecture, reinforced screen structure and premium colour options including Interstellar Blue, Vibrant Orange, Zero Degree White, Olive Gold and Phantom Black.
Display: A 7.7-Inch Inner Screen and a Useful 5.4-Inch Outer Screen
The Pura X Max’s inner display is a 7.7-inch foldable flexible OLED panel with a 2584 × 1828 resolution. It supports 1–120 Hz LTPO 2.0 adaptive refresh rate, 1440 Hz high-frequency PWM dimming and up to 240 Hz touch sampling. This combination makes the inner display well suited to scrolling, video, gaming, editing and multitasking.
The outer display is also highly capable. It measures 5.4 inches, uses OLED technology, offers a 1848 × 1264 resolution, supports 1-120 Hz LTPO 2.0 refresh rate and reaches up to 300 Hz touch sampling. The outer screen is protected by second-generation Kunlun Glass, while the inner screen uses a foldable flexible panel with UTG.
For real use, the key benefit is flexibility. The outer display can handle quick tasks without opening the phone, while the inner display is built for moments when users want more room. Social apps, articles, videos and games all benefit from the wider layout, especially when apps are adapted for the larger screen.
Performance and Software: HarmonyOS 6.1 with Big-Screen AI Features
The Pura X Max runs HarmonyOS 6.1 and is designed around Huawei’s big-screen software experience. Huawei highlights companion-style AI features, app-based task reminders, AI topic discovery and interface layouts that make better use of the wide display. In practice, the phone is built to feel useful when it is open, not just larger.
Storage options include 12 GB RAM with 256 GB or 512 GB storage, plus a Collector’s Edition with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB or 1 TB storage. There is no memory card expansion, so buyers should choose storage carefully if they plan to keep large video files, games, offline media or creative projects on the device.
Camera: XMAGE Imaging with Variable Aperture and Periscope Zoom
The Pura X Max features a triple rear camera system built around Huawei’s imaging approach. The main camera is a 50 MP ultra-light variable-aperture camera with F1.4–F4.0 ten-stop physical variable aperture, RYYB sensor design and optical image stabilisation. That gives the phone more flexibility when adapting to different lighting and depth-of-field needs.
The camera system also includes a 12.5 MP ultra-wide camera and a 50 MP large-aperture periscope telephoto camera with F2.2 aperture, RYYB design and optical image stabilisation. Zoom support includes 3.5x optical zoom, 7x optical-quality zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. Huawei also lists a second-generation Red Maple primary-colour camera for colour-focused imaging.
Camera modes include AI pose recommendation, XMAGE styles, AI-assisted composition, cinematic effects, stage mode, ultra-clear panorama, super night mode, moon shooting, starry sky, AI dynamic photo, HDR Vivid video, Log video, RAW photo capture, motion stabilisation, macro, portrait, pro mode, slow motion, time-lapse and dual-screen display. Some AI and shooting features may require software updates or supported apps.
Battery and Charging: 5300 mAh with Fast Wired and Wireless Charging
The Pura X Max has a 5300 mAh typical battery, with a rated capacity of 5150 mAh. It supports up to 66 W wired Huawei SuperCharge, 50 W Huawei wireless SuperCharge and wireless reverse charging. It also supports 5 W wired reverse charging.
This battery and charging setup is important because a wide foldable encourages longer screen-on sessions. If you are more likely to watch movies, edit video, game or keep several apps open on the inner display, so fast charging and a larger battery are essential to the experience.
Durability: IP58/IP59 Protection and Foldable Care Notes
The Pura X Max carries IP58 and IP59 ratings for splash, water and dust resistance under controlled testing conditions. Huawei notes that it is not a professional waterproof phone and that protection can decline with daily wear. As with most foldables, users should avoid pressing the folding area with sharp objects, trapping items inside the screen when closing it or removing the specially designed screen surface layer.
Huawei also advises that slight creasing, minor sounds during opening or closing and small hinge movement can be normal for foldable screens. For buyers new to foldables, the main message is that the Pura X Max is engineered for regular use, but it still needs more careful handling than a standard glass-slab smartphone.
Stylus and Accessories: Built for Notes, Sketches and Editing
The Pura X Max supports the HUAWEI M-Pen 3 Mini, although the stylus and compatible cases are sold separately. Huawei shows the stylus being used for drawing, editing, handwriting and app controls. For creators, students and productivity-focused users, the wider screen and stylus support make the device more useful than a typical foldable phone.
Accessory options include a magnetic stand case, vegan leather magnetic case, M-Pen 3 Mini set and pen-sleeve style protective case. These extras help shape the Pura X Max as a device for viewing, writing, sketching and editing rather than only communication.
Key Specifications
| Category | Specification |
| Colours | Interstellar Blue, Vibrant Orange, Zero Degree White, Olive Gold and Phantom Black. |
| Operating system | HarmonyOS 6.1. |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 166.5 × 120 × 5.2 mm. Folded: 85 × 120 × 11.2 mm. |
| Weight | About 229 g including battery. |
| Outer display | 5.4-inch OLED, 1848 × 1264 resolution, 1.07 billion colours, P3 wide colour gamut, 1–120 Hz LTPO 2.0 adaptive refresh rate, 1440 Hz high-frequency PWM dimming and up to 300 Hz touch sampling. |
| Inner display | 7.7-inch foldable flexible OLED, 2584 × 1828 resolution, 1.07 billion colours, P3 wide colour gamut, 1–120 Hz LTPO 2.0 adaptive refresh rate, 1440 Hz high-frequency PWM dimming and up to 240 Hz touch sampling. |
| Display protection | Second-generation Kunlun Glass on the outer display; foldable flexible screen with UTG on the inner display. |
| Memory and storage | 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage; 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage; Collector’s Edition with 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage or 16 GB RAM + 1 TB storage. No memory card expansion. |
| Rear camera system | 50 MP ultra-light variable-aperture camera with F1.4–F4.0 ten-stop physical variable aperture, RYYB sensor and OIS; 12.5 MP ultra-wide camera with F2.2 aperture and RYYB sensor; 50 MP large-aperture periscope telephoto camera with F2.2 aperture, RYYB sensor and OIS; second-generation Red Maple primary-colour camera. |
| Rear camera zoom | 3.5x optical zoom, 7x optical-quality zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. |
| Rear video recording | Up to 3840 × 2160 video recording, with HDR Vivid and stabilisation features depending on mode. |
| Front cameras | Outer display front camera: 8 MP, F2.4. Inner display front camera: 8 MP, F2.2. |
| Camera features | AI pose recommendation, XMAGE styles, AI-assisted composition, cinematic effects, stage mode, ultra-clear panorama, super night mode, moon shooting, starry sky, AI dynamic photo, HDR Vivid video, Log video, RAW capture, macro, portrait, pro mode, slow motion, time-lapse and dual-screen display. |
| Battery | 5300 mAh typical capacity; 5150 mAh rated capacity; built-in non-removable battery. |
| Charging | Up to 66 W wired HUAWEI SuperCharge, 50 W wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge, wireless reverse charging and 5 W wired reverse charging. |
| Water and dust resistance | IP58 and IP59 splash, water and dust resistance under controlled test conditions. |
| SIM and eSIM | Physical SIM and eSIM support. Up to four numbers can be stored and two active numbers can be used, depending on carrier support. |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 2 × 2 MIMO, EHT160 and 8 spatial-stream sounding MU-MIMO. |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 with Bluetooth Low Energy and SBC, AAC and LDAC audio support. |
| Navigation | GPS, Beidou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and NavIC support. |
| USB | USB Type-C with USB 3.1 Gen 1 support. |
| NFC | Supported. |
| Infrared remote control | Supported. |
| Sensors | Gravity sensor, infrared sensor, fingerprint sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope, compass, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, barometer, colour temperature sensor and laser sensor. |
| Audio | Stereo speakers. USB Type-C earphone interface. |
| Stylus support | Supports HUAWEI M-Pen 3 Mini, sold separately. |
Pricing and Availability
The HUAWEI Pura X Max starts from ¥10,999 in China. It’s available in different countries though various local retailers. Final pricing can vary depending on memory, storage, edition, retail channel and promotional offers. Availability may also vary by region, so buyers outside China should check local Huawei channels or import availability before purchasing.
What’s in the Box?
The box contents may vary by market or retail package. Based on Huawei’s product messaging and typical flagship packaging, buyers should expect the phone and basic documentation, while charging accessories, protective cases or stylus accessories may vary by bundle. The HUAWEI M-Pen 3 Mini and several matching protective cases are shown as optional accessories and are not standard inclusions.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Distinctive wide-folding form factor makes video, reading, browsing and editing feel more spacious.
- Large 7.7-inch inner OLED display with LTPO 2.0 adaptive refresh rate and high-frequency PWM dimming.
- Useful 5.4-inch outer display means many tasks can be completed without opening the phone.
- Strong camera hardware, including variable aperture, periscope telephoto zoom and XMAGE imaging features.
- 5300 mAh battery with 66 W wired and 50 W wireless charging support.
- Stylus support adds value for note-taking, sketching, editing and creative work.
- IP58/IP59 protection gives added reassurance against splashes, dust and controlled water exposure.
Cons
- The wide-folding body may feel bulky for users who prefer smaller phones.
- At about 229 g, it is heavier than many standard flagship smartphones.
- No memory card expansion, so storage choice matters at purchase.
- Stylus and several key accessories are sold separately.
- Foldable screens require more careful handling than conventional phone displays.
- Availability outside China may be limited or depend on import channels.
The HUAWEI Pura X Max is best suited to people who want a foldable that prioritises a wider canvas rather than a tall phone-like layout. It is especially appealing for users who watch videos, read long articles, browse social content, play games, edit media, write notes or use multiple apps side by side. Its combination of a 7.7-inch inner display, 5.4-inch outer display, HarmonyOS 6.1, XMAGE cameras, stylus support and 5300 mAh battery gives it a strong identity in the foldable market.
For buyers who want a compact pocket phone, the Pura X Max may be too large and specialised. But for users who want a phone that can open into a genuinely useful mini-tablet-style workspace, it stands out as one of Huawei’s most interesting foldable designs.