Huawei Mate XT Survives Extreme Drop Test, Impresses with Durability

A video showcasing the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate has gone viral on social media, leaving tech enthusiasts amazed by the phone’s durability. In the 55-second clip shared by the account Ice Universe on X, the foldable smartphone is dropped 10 times and even bent three times—yet it emerges without a single scratch or functional issue.

The Drop Test

The video demonstrates the phone being thrown on tiles and hard surfaces, both folded and unfolded. At one point, the display is slammed flat on the floor, but every time the device is picked up, it functions perfectly with no visible damage. Even when unfolded and dropped, the Mate XT remains intact, highlighting its robustness.

Why the Huawei Mate XT Survived

The secret lies in the phone’s design and display. It features ultra-thin flexible glass (often referred to as plastic display), which allows it to bend while remaining solid. While foldable smartphones are generally advised to be handled carefully, this test proves that the Mate XT is exceptionally tough and resilient.

Features and Specifications

• Display: 10.2-inch flexible LTPO OLED when fully unfolded; 7.9-inch inner screen when folded; 6.4-inch outer display.
• Processor: Huawei’s in-house Kirin 9010 chipset.
• Memory & Storage: 16GB RAM, 1TB storage.
• Operating System: EMUI 14.2 (Huawei’s custom OS; does not run Google Android due to U.S. sanctions).
• Cameras: 5-camera setup.
• Battery: 5600mAh with 66W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
• Durability: IPX8 rating for water resistance.
• Weight: 298 grams.

Despite not using Google’s Android OS, the Huawei Mate XT combines innovative folding technology with rugged build quality, making it one of the toughest foldable smartphones available.

Currently, the device is not available in India, but videos like this have sparked significant interest among global tech enthusiasts.

This extreme drop test demonstrates that Huawei’s foldable phones are not just futuristic but also durable, capable of surviving rough handling without compromising functionality.