Review Huawei MatePad SE

Presented by David

Introduction

• Tablet priced around 2 million IDR.
• Focuses on screen quality as the main selling point.
• Entry-level tablet with key selling points including screen quality.

Importance of Screen Quality in Tablets

• Bigger screen compared to smartphones enhances the media viewing experience.
• Important for video calls, online meetings, online learning, light work, and usage by elders.
• People prioritize screen quality over design and performance in tablets.

Huawei MatePad SE Screen

• 2K IPS panel at 2.799 million IDR.
• 10.4 inch screen, a standard size for tablets.
• 2K resolution of 2000x1200 pixels (technically correct, but different from the usual 2K standard of 2560x1440 pixels).
• Crisp, colorful visuals; better than TFT panels, more vibrant.
• Higher PPI than Full HD displays on laptops, delivering sharper images.

Design and Build

• Solid aluminum body, Sandblasted Black color.
• Light and portable, weighing 450 grams.
• Features include headphone jack, well-placed front camera for landscape video calls, and microSD slot.
• Dual stereo speakers with “Huawei Histen” audio technology (audio quality is decent but not exceptional).

Performance

• Snapdragon 680 chipset, 4GB RAM, 64GB internal memory.
• Adequate for social media browsing, watching videos, and light gaming.
• Smooth performance for everyday tasks but slight delays when opening apps.
• Capable of running light games like Mobile Legends smoothly; heavier games like PUBG and Genshin Impact are less suitable.
• Multi-Window feature for multitasking with up to 3 apps.
• Charging time of about 2.5 hours.

Software and Applications

• Limited by lack of Google Mobile Services (GMS).
• AppGallery has 80-90% of mainstream apps (WhatsApp, Facebook, IG, TikTok, Microsoft Office, Zoom, etc.).
• Workarounds available for Google apps via Quick App and GSPace, but not always recommended.
• Ideal for entertainment and productivity applications not reliant on GMS.
• Huawei email app supports Gmail login.

Conclusion

• MatePad SE is a solid option for its price range if GMS is not an issue.
• Highlights include sharp and vivid screen, solid build, decent performance, and long-lasting battery.

Final Thoughts

• Prioritizes screen quality, the most sought-after feature in tablets.
• A recommended entry-level tablet for entertainment and light productivity.

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