New Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025) brings better PaperMatte tech, bigger battery
Amidst all the excitement over the Pura 80 global launch, Huawei also revealed a refreshed version of the MatePad 11.5 from 2023. The new model has a sharper display with improved PaperMatte tech, a bigger battery with faster charging and more.
The 11.5' IPS LCD now has 2,450 x 1,600px resolution (256ppi, 3:2 aspect ratio), up from 2,200 x 1,200px. It runs at up to 120Hz refresh rate and 600 nits brightness (with DC dimming).
The optional PaperMatte technology uses nano-etching to reduce reflections by 60% and light interference by 99%. A new circular polarization filter further improves visibility and viewing comfort and even works with sunglasses.
With support for 3rd generation M-Pencil, the tablet can use AI to neaten up your handwriting, organize your handwritten notes and highlight the key points or just let you sketch, with or without AI's help.
Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025): Standard vs. PaperMatte edition • M-Pencil (3rd gen) support
The refined Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025) is slimmer, now measuring just 6.1mm (down from 6.9mm), but a bit heavier at 515g (up from 499g). Huawei says that it is 30% more durable than its predecessor. It's available in Violet and Space Gray. The Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025) is available in Violet and Space Gray
Part of the weight is the new 10,100mAh battery, which promises up to 14 hours of streaming on a single charge (the 2023 pad had a 7,700mAh battery). Additionally, charging has almost double the power now with 40W SuperCharge.
The tablet drops the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and replaces it with an in-house Kirin 8020. There's a 67% larger graphite sheet to improve cooling. The tablet is equipped with 8GB of RAM and 128/256GB storage.
Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025): bigger 10,100mAh battery • Improved cooling for the Kirin 8020 chipset
HarmonyOS 4.3 supports multi-window multitasking with Floating Window. The SuperHub allows you to easily share files between the tablet, your phone and your computer with a single click.
Handwriting enhancement • Magic Memos • Multitasking • SuperHub
We mentioned streaming above, the MatePad 11.5 (2025) has redesigned antennas that promise a 30% improvement in Wi-Fi throughput. Additionally, there are four speakers on board for immersive audio. Going back to connectivity, there's a USB-C 2.0 port, Wi-Fi 6 (ax) and Bluetooth 5.2 (LDAC HD) are supported.
There are two cameras on board, a 13MP module on the rear (f/1.8 AF lens) and an 8MP camera on the front. The Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025) and the optional keyboard cover
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 (2025) will be available in Europe and other regions later this month. The base 8/128GB model is priced at €290, but you can have the PaperMatte Edition with an 8/256GB configuration plus the optional keyboard cover for €430.
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