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Huawei MediaPad M5 8
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Huawei MediaPad M5 8

Released: 2018, FebruaryPrice: About 290 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, April

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Size8.4 inches, 204.6 cm, 2, (~77.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandHuawei
BuildGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ModelHuawei MediaPad M5 8
PriceAbout 290 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsSpace Gray, Champagne Gold
ModelsSHT-AL09, SHT-W09
Single8 MP
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, April
Weight316 g (11.15 oz)
ChipsetKirin 960s (16 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20
Charging18W wired
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Released2018, February
Announced2018, February
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions212.6 x 124.8 x 7.3 mm (8.37 x 4.91 x 0.29 in)
Resolution2560 x 1600 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~359 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS

Huawei MediaPad M5 8 Overview

About Huawei MediaPad M5 8 Huawei MediaPad M5 8 is another flagship from Huawei's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Huawei MediaPad M5 8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM with Kirin 960s (16 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Huawei MediaPad M5 8 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Huawei MediaPad M5 8?

The Huawei MediaPad M5 8 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Huawei MediaPad M5 8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Huawei devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Huawei MediaPad M5 8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Huawei MediaPad M5 8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Huawei MediaPad M5 8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Huawei MediaPad M5 8.