Huawei’s second-generation trifold smartphone, the Huawei Mate Xs, has officially gone on sale. The device was revealed today as the company continues its comeback in China and looks to expand overseas slowly.
The Mate XTs start at 17,999 Chinese yuan, or $2,520, and the highest memory variant costs 21,999 yuan, or $3,080. It is one of the most expensive smartphones in the world, but Huawei is confident that its design and innovation will attract buyers.
Unlike regular foldable phones, which fold at one hinge, the Mate XTs is a trifold device. The phone can fold at two different points because it has two hinges. When fully opened, it transforms into a large, tablet-like device. Because of this, it is more adaptable for users who want a tablet and a phone in one device.
Huawei Mate XTs Debuts at $2,520: Premium Trifold Flagship
Huawei introduced the concept last year with the launch of the Mate XT, the first trifold smartphone. That device was initially released in China and later entered select global markets. It sold 470,000 units and brought Huawei over $1.3 billion in revenue by the end of the second quarter of this year, according to IDC data.
The strong response has encouraged Huawei to push forward with the Mate XTs. Analysts say the performance of the first device proves there is a market for unique and premium smartphones. Francisco Jeronimo, vice president at IDC, stated, “This demonstrates that there is demand for something innovative.”
Additionally, Huawei has regained a significant presence in its home market. Its market share in China increased from 15% in the previous year to 18% in the second quarter of 2025. Counterpoint Research says that it is now China’s largest smartphone retailer. Huawei dominates the foldable market with a massive 75% share, well ahead of competitors.
Huawei’s most recent operating system, HarmonyOS 5.1, is included with the Mate XTs. Since U.S. sanctions cut off Huawei from Google software and advanced chips in 2020, the company has developed its own ecosystem. HarmonyOS has become the backbone of Huawei’s smartphone business, allowing it to keep innovating despite global restrictions.
The brand-new trifold phone was created with efficiency in mind. Huawei says it supports PC-like features, such as running multiple apps at once on the big screen. Users can stack, resize, and move windows freely, similar to how they would on a computer.
Additionally, the device comes with a battery of 5600 mAh, which is more than most flagship phones currently offer. It will be available from Huawei in four different colors. To attract more customers, the company is offering 50% discounts on screen replacements and two free service appointments, either at home or at a location chosen by the user.
At this time, the availability in Pakistan is unknown. However, we will inform you of the launch date of the phone here from Huawei.
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