Huawei Enjoy 70X In-Depth Review: A Game Changer in the Budget Smartphone Market?

Huawei Enjoy 70X In-Depth Review: A Game Changer in the Budget Smartphone Market?Huawei's Enjoy series, while having a presence in the offline market for the past few years, has consistently faced criticism regarding its price-to-performance ratio. However, the Enjoy 70X, launched on January 3rd, seems to break this trend

Huawei Enjoy 70X In-Depth Review: A Game Changer in the Budget Smartphone Market?

Huawei's Enjoy series, while having a presence in the offline market for the past few years, has consistently faced criticism regarding its price-to-performance ratio. However, the Enjoy 70X, launched on January 3rd, seems to break this trend. This phone not only boasts the return of a Kirin chip but also brings flagship features like Beidou satellite messaging and a RYYB super-sensing camera to the budget segment, sparking significant market attention. So, how does this phone actually perform? This review will delve into its design, camera system, core specifications, and overall user experience.

I. Design: A Compact and Lightweight "Mini Mate"

The Enjoy 70X's design language closely resembles Huawei's Mate series, earning it the moniker "Mini Mate." It features a 6.78-inch 1.5K curved screen, a significant upgrade in aesthetics compared to the Enjoy 60X's notched LCD screen. Impressively, it weighs only 189g, 30g lighter than its predecessor (219g). Even with a 6100mAh battery larger than the 5000mAh battery in the Nova 13 it remains remarkably lightweight, achieving a perfect balance between slimness and long battery life. Furthermore, the Spruce Green version introduces a 3D eco-leather back cover, offering a fresh visual and tactile experience.

II. Camera System: RYYB Sensor Integration Flagship Imaging at a Budget Price

The Enjoy 70X's camera system is a major highlight. While it uses a 50MP main camera + 2MP depth sensor configuration, the main camera features a RYYB super-sensing filter array and a 1/1.56-inch sensor size (the same as the IMX766), an uncommon feature in this price range. Budget phones typically use 1/2-inch sensors like the LYT-600 or OV64B.

RYYB sensor technology, first introduced in the 2019 Huawei P30 Pro, replaces the green filter with a yellow filter in the traditional RGGB sensor, resulting in improved light sensitivity. According to Huawei, the RYYB sensor increases light intake by 40%. Although it lacks the 10-channel color temperature sensor found in the Mate70 series's Maple Leaf original color camera, it's still impressive considering its price point. It's worth noting that only the Mate70 Pro+ and Mate70 RS in the Mate70 series use RYYB sensors; the standard and Pro versions use RGGB sensors. This makes the Enjoy 70X's camera system exceptionally competitive in its price bracket, even surpassing some higher-priced models. The last time Huawei used a RYYB lens in a budget phone was the Honor X10 in 2020.

III. Beidou Satellite Messaging and Other Core Features: Comprehensive Functionality, Attention to Detail

In addition to the RYYB sensor, the Enjoy 70X supports Beidou satellite messaging, a first for budget smartphones and currently the cheapest phone on the market with this feature. It also includes NFC functionality and a customizable "Enjoy X button" that allows for one-touch payment, one-touch calling, one-touch flashlight activation, and one-touch satellite message sending, significantly enhancing user convenience.

To improve user experience, Huawei has added the ability to disable location access for specific apps, effectively preventing malicious redirects from shake-to-activate ads a particularly user-friendly feature for the elderly and students. A 6100mAh battery combined with 40W fast charging ensures excellent battery life, avoiding any shortcomings in user experience. For those needing a HarmonyOS backup phone or seeking a high-value, feature-rich device, the Enjoy 70X is a compelling option.

IV. Performance: The Return of the Kirin 8000A

The Enjoy 70X is powered by the Kirin 8000A processor, featuring a 32.19GHz Cortex-A77 + 31.84GHz Cortex-A55 CPU architecture and a Mali-G610 864MHz GPU. Compared to the Dimensity 6300 ("2+6 A76" architecture) used in many budget phones, the Kirin 8000A offers potentially comparable performance. While currently running HarmonyOS 4.2, its ecosystem advantages will be further enhanced with future upgrades to HarmonyOS NEXT.

V. Price and Availability: A Disruptor in the Budget Market?

The Huawei Enjoy 70X starts at 1799 (128GB), officially launching on January 10th. The 256GB version is priced at 1999, and the 512GB version at 2299. Considering its specifications and features, this price range demonstrates exceptional value for money.

VI. Conclusion: Triumph Over Challenges

The Huawei Enjoy 70X marks Huawei's strong entry into the budget smartphone market, achieving notable success. It offers excellent design, a superior camera system, practical features like Beidou satellite messaging and NFC, strong performance, and superb battery life. For users seeking a high value, feature-rich phone within the HarmonyOS ecosystem, the Enjoy 70X is a worthy consideration. Huawei's determined return strategy, embodied by the Enjoy 70X, is gradually reshaping the competitive landscape of the budget smartphone market. The phrase "Triumph Over Challenges" perhaps best encapsulates the Huawei Enjoy 70X and Huawei's renewed focus on the budget market. Its powerful configuration and affordable price will undoubtedly have a profound impact on the budget smartphone sector. This is not only a leap forward for the Huawei Enjoy series but also a testament to Huawei's brand strength.