Huawei MatePad T8 vs Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Huawei MatePad T8
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Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Huawei MatePad T8
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0
Better display
Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0
Lighter body
Huawei MatePad T8
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 8 | 8 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1280 | 1920 |
| Resolution Width | 800 | 1200 |
| PPI | 189 | 283 |
| Screen-to-body | 76.7 | 69.7 |
Platform
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.50 GHz Cortex A53) | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Mali-T628 MP4 |
| Chipset Name | Mediatek MT8768 | Kirin 930 |
| Process (nm) | — | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | EMUI 10 | EMUI 3.1 |
| OS Version | 10 | 5.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM | — |
Main Camera
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | Yes |
| Features | — | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 2 MP, f/2.4 | 2 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5100 | 4800 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
Body
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Nano-SIM (cellular model only) | Micro-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 199.7 | 214.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.6 | 7.8 |
| Weight (g) | 310 | 330 |
| Width (mm) | 121.1 | 124 |
Launch
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, May 07 | 2015, May. Released 2015, May |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, May 19 | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - all versions |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - Kobe2-L03 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 - M2-801L, M2-803L |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Kobe2-L09 | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - M2-801L |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE - cellular model only | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 4 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS - cellular model only | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | No | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, dual speakers |
Features
| Spec | Huawei MatePad T8 | Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Huawei MatePad T8 and Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Huawei MatePad T8 packs a 5100 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 8 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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