HUAWEI MATEVIEW
A slim and minimalist 4K monitor with some really clever features
Great connectivity and smart features make Huawei’s 4K monitor a hit
hen you hear the name Huawei, monitors aren’t the first thing that come to mind. Huawei is trying to change that with its new flagship monitor, offering ultra high definition in a modern, minimalist package.
A 28.2-inch IPS monitor with a seriously sleek design, the Huawei MateView will fit in well with modern, minimalist decor. A screen-to-body ratio of 94% means the display is almost bezel-free. The aluminium square stand and base are coated in matte silver, giving it a smart and elegant aesthetic. It’s really good looking.
Something that makes it a little bit different is the 3:2 aspect ratio, which you don’t see too often. We like it as it means there’s plenty of screen space for working on – you can see your entire project or document laid out in front of you without everything looking small.
You can adjust the height and tilt of the screen; there’s no swivel or rotation, though. On the bottom of the frame you’ll find the Smart Bar, which is used to adjust the display’s settings using touch controls. Slide your finger along it to navigate the menus and tap to confirm your choice. One thing to note is that the display offers very limited display settings in comparison to other monitors.
Sitting on the base is an NFC connection point if you have a compatible Huawei smartphone. It lets you really easily project your screen onto the monitor. You can also wirelessly project from a Windows PC although it won’t deliver on speed
Was much as a wired connection will, and you’ll only be able to project in 2K resolution. The wired connectivity includes a USB-C which supports data transfer and 65W charging to keep your devices topped up, two USB-A 3.0, an HDMI 2.0, Mini DisplayPort and a 3.5mm headset and microphone 2-in-1 jack, all of which are located on the side of the stand, making them very easily accessible.
The Huawei MateView has a resolution of 3840 x 2560 with 1.07 billion colours and 98% DCI-P3 colour gamut, covering 100% sRGB. That’s really impressive: creators will rejoice over the level of colour accuracy and depth, although admittedly the clarity could be improved on. The 500-nit peak brightness is plenty to bring out every inch of detail and the screen also has a matte coating so can be seen even in bright light.
For anyone who will spend hours upon hours looking at the display, it has an Eye Comfort mode with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light and Flicker-Free certification, which adds more of a yellow tinge to the screen. Without it, a screen headache could slowly start to creep in.
Anyone who cares about the aesthetic of their home office will love the Huawei MateView’s minimalist, slim build. There’s detailed image quality with loads of depth and plenty of ways to connect, even if there is only one USB-C port. It is a little on the pricey side, and without a Huawei smartphone you won’t be able to make the most out of all of its features, but despite that this monitor has plenty to offer to professionals.