Huawei has finally unveiled the much-hyped Huawei Pura 80 Pro Series and it’s making waves in the tech world with its combination of hardware, design and software. Launched alongside the flagship Pura 80 Ultra, the new lineup includes Pura 80, Pura 80 Pro and Pura 80 Pro+ and all of them are getting attention for their camera, performance and premium looks.
A Closer Look at the Series
Huawei has packed a lot of innovation in the Huawei Pura 80 series and positioning it as a top contender in the premium segment. Here’s everything you need to know:
📱 Display and Design
- Pura 80 Pro / Pro+:
Both have a 6.8-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, super smooth scrolling and 3,000 nits peak brightness. The Micro Quad Curved screen gives it a sleek edge-to-edge look, perfect for HD gaming or media consumption. - Pura 80 (Base):
Comes with a slightly smaller 6.6-inch flat OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3000 nits brightness, but in a flat form.
⚙️ Performance and OS
All models are powered by Huawei’s in-house Kirin 9020 processor and the new HarmonyOS 5.1. Early users and testers are raving about the software for its smooth performance, fluid animations and deep integration with Huawei’s ecosystem of devices.
Pro Model Configurations:
- Pura 80 Pro: 12GB RAM, up to 1TB storage
- Pura 80 Pro+: Upgraded to 16GB RAM, 512GB/1TB storage options
📸 Camera – The Star of the Show
Huawei is once again raising the bar in mobile photography:
- Pura 80 Pro / Pro+:
- 50MP 1-inch RYYB main sensor with variable aperture (f/1.6–f/4.0)
- 40MP ultra-wide lens
- 48MP periscope telephoto with 4x optical zoom
- Multispectral sensor
- 13MP selfie camera
- Pura 80 Ultra:
- Dual-lens telephoto system with 3.7x and 9.4x optical zoom
- 50MP periscope, 40MP ultra-wide, and a bold new “camera bump” design that has stirred up social media chatter.
- Pura 80 (Base):
- 50MP main (non-1-inch sensor)
- 13MP ultra-wide
- 12MP telephoto with 5.5x optical zoom
- 1.5MP multispectral sensor
Across the board, the cameras are optimized for low-light photography, optical image stabilization and professional-level zoom. Tech bloggers are already comparing Huawei’s zoom to Samsung’s and Apple’s.
🔋 Battery and Charging
- Pura 80 Pro / Pro+:
- 5,700mAh battery
- 100W wired + 80W wireless fast charging
- 18W reverse charging (wired & wireless)
- Pura 80 (Base):
- Slightly smaller 5,600mAh battery
- 66W wired and 50W wireless fast charging
With these specs, Huawei is going for both performance and convenience, quick charging and all-day battery life even with heavy use.
📶 Connectivity and Features
- Dual Satellite Messaging (Beidou)
- WiFi 7, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2
- Dual stereo speakers with Huawei Histen audio
- Kunlun Glass 2nd Gen (more durable)
- Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
The Ultra variant also has dual-satellite connectivity, which is a big plus for adventurers or users in remote areas.
🎨 Color Options & Design
Huawei isn’t holding back on style. The series is available in vibrant colors like:
- Pura 80: Velvet Gold, Green, White, Black
- Pura 80 Pro: Gold, Black, White
- Pura 80 Pro+: Red, Green, Black, White
The Pura 80 Ultra has a bold camera deco, which is already trending on X (formerly Twitter) especially after it was “spotted in the wild” before launch.
💸 Pricing (China)
- Pura 80 Pro:
- 12GB + 256GB – ¥6,499 (~$904 USD)
- 12GB + 512GB – ¥6,999 (~$973 USD)
- 12GB + 1TB – ¥7,999 (~$1,113 USD)
- Pura 80 Pro+:
- 16GB + 512GB – ¥7,999 (~$1,113 USD)
- 16GB + 1TB – ¥8,999 (~$1,252 USD)
- Pura 80 Ultra:
- Starts at ¥9,999 (~$1,392 USD)
Pricing for the base Pura 80 model is still under wraps.
🗓️ Availability
- Pura 80, Pro, Pro+: Pre-orders start now, with official sales beginning June 14, 2025
- Pura 80 Ultra: Available starting June 26, 2025
🌍 What’s the Buzz?
The tech community is buzzing. @TechHome100 and @TheGalox_ are digging deep into specs, colors and Huawei’s camera move. @RODENT950 and @sondesix are hyping the Ultra’s camera tech and design.
With HarmonyOS 5.1 across all models and Kirin 9020 performance, Huawei is saying it’s not just back but ready to lead. Whether it’s photography, power or design, the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Series is a statement of intent.
As Huawei goes its own way, independent of Android and Google services, the Huawei Pura 80 series is more than a phone; it’s a vision of the brand’s future. Global availability is still a question mark, but if this launch is anything to go by, Huawei’s ambitions are sky high.
