Huawei‘s upcoming Mate 70 series could see a slight bump in price compared to its predecessor, the Mate 60.
Words for it come from a Weibo tipster, Fixed Focus Digital, who suggests the new flagship line will carry a premium due to advanced features and a possibly costly new Kirin chip. However, consumers may find some relief in that the increase is expected to be modest.
Looking at past launch trends, Huawei typically raises prices by 100-200 yuan for its new flagship phones. Following this pattern, the Mate 70 series could see a similar price adjustment. As a reference, the Mate 60 series launched at a starting price of 5499 yuan.
It’s important to note that this is just speculation based on past trends. The actual price increase for the Mate 70 series remains to be seen.
Kirin chip could drive up Mate 70’s cost
A separate leak suggests the new Kirin chip could be a significant factor in the price hike. This next-generation chip is rumored to be more expensive to produce than previous versions, which could translate to a higher cost for the phones themselves. Additionally, other advanced features and components could contribute to the price increase.
Users eager to get their hands on the Mate 70 series won’t have to wait much longer. Sales are expected to begin early next month.
Another tipster suggests online sales could kick off later this month, with offline availability following in December. The exact launch date for the flagship model is still unclear, although Huawei has confirmed a launch within this month.
The Mate 70 series launch is expected to be accompanied by a wave of other new products, potentially including a tablet, earbuds, and the Watch D2. While the price remains unconfirmed, it seems Huawei is focusing on high-end features for the Mate 70 series, with any price hike likely kept within Huawei’s typical range of adjustments.
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