HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2026) now official

HUAWEI has officially expanded its tablet lineup in China with the launch of the MatePad 11.5 (2026), revealed alongside the nova 15 series. Designed for students, casual users, and entertainment, the tablet comes in Standard, Soft Light, and Full Network versions.
It sports an 11.5-inch 2.5K display with an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling and sharp visuals. The Soft Light version adds anti-glare tech and eye-care features that reduce eye strain, making it ideal for long study sessions. The tablet’s slim 6.1mm metal body feels premium while staying lightweight at just 515 grams.

Inside, it runs HarmonyOS 5.1, paired with Kirin processors, up to 12GB RAM, and 256GB storage. A large 10,100mAh battery promises up to 14 hours of video playback, backed by 40W fast charging. Quad speakers, smart study tools, and stylus support round out the package, making the MatePad 11.5 a solid all-around tablet.

Pricing in China starts at CNY 1,799 ( PHP 14,999.44 ) for the Standard 8GB/128GB model. The Soft Light versions range up to CNY 2,599 ( PHP 21,669.56 ), while the Full Network model goes for CNY 2,799 ( PHP 23,337.09 ). Pre-orders are open now, and sales begin on December 25, 2025. As for its local availability, we don’t have yet the official update for the tablet’s arrival. But stay tuned for further updates.

HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2026) specs:
11.5‑inch IPS LCD Display, 120Hz Refresh Rate
2456 × 1600 pixels, 256 PPI, 86% screen-to-body ratio
Kirin T82B processor (Standard Version)
Kirin T82 processor (Soft Light Version)
8GB, 12GB RAM
128GB, 256GB storage
13MP with an f/1.8 aperture
8MP with an f/2.0 aperture
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth 5.2
USB Type-C
4 speakers
2 microphones
HUAWEI Histen 9.0,.mp4/.3gp video
Face unlock
Dual stereo speakers
HarmonyOS 5.1
10,100 mAh battery, 40W fast charging (wired)
177.5 × 262.6 × 6.1 mm(dimensions)
515 g (weight)
Feather Sand Purple, Frost Silver, Island Blue, Deep Space Gray