Highlights
- Huawei MatePad 12 X launched at £599.99 in the UK and €649.99 in Europe.
- It features a 5.9mm ultra-slim metal body, 12-inch 2.8K LCD with 144Hz VRR, HarmonyOS 4.3 and a 10,100mAh battery with 66W fast charging.
- It comes in Greenery and White colours with optional accessories like M-Pencil Pro and a magnetic keyboard.

Caption – Huawei MatePad 12 X has been launched in the global market. (Image credit – Huawei)
Huawei has officially rolled out its latest premium tablet, the Huawei MatePad 12 X, to global markets. The device combines a sleek ultra-slim design with a vibrant high-resolution display and flagship-grade features. It is positioned as one of the brand’s most advanced tablets to date. Here’s what we know about the newly launched MatePad model.
Huawei MatePad 12 X – Price and Availability
The Huawei MatePad 12 X has been introduced in two colour finishes, which are Greenery and White.
In terms of pricing, it is available in the UK for £599.99 and in Europe for €649.99. Accessories such as the Huawei Smart Magnetic Keyboard and the M-Pencil Pro stylus are sold separately.
Huawei MatePad 12 X – Key Features
The Huawei MatePad 12 X is essentially a rebranded version of the MatePad Air, which launched in China last month. It features an all-metal build with a thickness of just 5.9mm and a weight of 555 grams, giving it a premium and portable profile.

The tablet is equipped with a 12-inch LCD display that delivers a 2.8K resolution, a 144Hz variable refresh rate (VRR), and up to 1000 nits peak brightness. For eye comfort, it also comes with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification. Additionally, Huawei offers a higher-end PaperMatte display variant for users seeking a more refined viewing experience.
To keep performance stable, Huawei has integrated an advanced cooling system that includes PCBA-level 3D dispensing technology and a custom 3D vapor cooling chamber. The company claims this system boosts performance efficiency by 27 percent.
Powering the MatePad 12 X is a robust 10,100mAh battery, paired with 66W wired fast charging support for quick top-ups. On the connectivity front, it supports WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.2 with BLE, and includes a USB 3.1 port. The tablet runs on HarmonyOS 4.3 right out of the box.
Other highlights include a six-speaker setup for immersive audio, 12GB RAM, and 256GB of internal storage.
FAQs
Q1. What is the Huawei MatePad 12 X and how does it differ from previous models?
Answer. The MatePad 12 X is a global rebrand of the MatePad Air, featuring a 5.9mm ultra-slim metal body, 12-inch 2.8K LCD display, and flagship-grade performance upgrades.
Q2. What are the key display features of the Huawei MatePad 12 X?
Answer. It offers a 2.8K resolution, 144Hz variable refresh rate, up to 1000 nits brightness, TÜV Low Blue Light certification, and an optional PaperMatte variant for enhanced viewing.
Q3. How is the Huawei MatePad 12 X optimised for performance and battery life?
Answer. It includes a 10,100mAh battery with 66W fast charging and an advanced cooling system that boosts efficiency by 27%, ensuring stable performance under heavy use.
Q4. What is the price and availability of the Huawei MatePad 12 X?
Answer. The tablet is priced at £599.99 in the UK and €649.99 in Europe, available in Greenery and White. Accessories like the Smart Magnetic Keyboard and M-Pencil Pro are sold separately.
