Huawei recently unveiled several new products in China, including the nova 15 series, the Watch 5 10th Anniversary edition, and the new MatePad 11.5 (2026) tablet model.
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2026) closely resembles the 2025 version released earlier this year but features an updated processor and a few refinements.
The device boasts an 11.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2456x1600 pixels, supporting a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a peak brightness of 600 nits. Additionally, Huawei offers a Soft Light Edition with an anti-glare coating to reduce screen reflections.
The Soft Light Edition is powered by the Kirin T82 SoC, while the standard model is equipped with the Kirin T82B chipset. Both run on HarmonyOS 5.1, featuring enhanced AI capabilities and Huawei’s AI Health Learning 2 system.
Camera setup includes a 13MP rear sensor and an 8MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.
The tablet houses a 10,100mAh battery with support for 40W fast charging. Connectivity features include Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and the device is equipped with quad speakers for enhanced audio performance.
Available in Deep Space Gray, Frost Silver, Feather Sand Purple, and Island Blue, the MatePad 11.5 (2026) is now open for pre-orders in China through Huawei Vmall and other online retailers, with sales starting on December 25.
The base model—8GB RAM with 128GB storage and Wi-Fi—starts at CNY 1,799 (approximately $255). The Soft Light Edition offers three configurations: 8GB/128GB at CNY 2,099 ($295), 8GB/256GB at CNY 2,299 ($325), and 12GB/256GB priced at CNY 2,799 ($395).
