Huawei’s Wide-Screen Non-Foldable Phone: Everything We Know So Far

Huawei appears to be preparing a smartphone that breaks away from the tall, narrow displays that have dominated the market for years. According to a growing number of leaks from well-known Weibo tipsters, the company is working on a non-foldable "candybar" phone with a 16:10 aspect ratio — a noticeably wider form factor that brings tablet-like proportions to a traditional slab design .

Important: All details in this article are based on rumors from Weibo tipsters (Digital Chat Station, SmartPikachu, SuperDimensional, FixedFocus) and aggregator reports. Nothing has been officially confirmed by Huawei.

Key Rumored Specifications

The leaked specifications paint a picture of a flagship device with several standout features :

• Display: ~6.39-inch panel with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 2K-class resolution
• Chipset: Kirin 9-series processor, with some leaks specifically mentioning a Kirin 9000 series chip
• Battery: 7,000 mAh capacity — significantly larger than most current flagships
• Main Camera: 50MP sensor with a 1/1.3-inch optical format
• Periscope Telephoto: 50MP module, likely offering 3x optical zoom
• Additional Camera: A multispectral lens (details on an ultrawide sensor have not yet leaked)
• Design: Despite the large battery, the phone is reportedly thin and lightweight

Relationship to the Pura X

This device is widely described by multiple tipsters as a non-folding counterpart inspired by the Pura X, Huawei's wide-format foldable clamshell that debuted in March 2025 . The new phone is said to share the same 16:10 screen approach but without the hinge mechanism — essentially bringing the Pura X's unique aspect ratio to a traditional slab form factor .

Notably, several tipsters suggest the device could be positioned within the Pura X series itself, rather than being a separate product line . Some sources explicitly refer to it as a "non-foldable version of the Pura X" . It is not the Pura X2, which is a separate foldable sequel expected in Q2 2026 .

Launch Timeline: Accelerated to September 2026

The rumored launch window has shifted significantly in recent months:

• Earlier leaks (June 2026) pointed to a late 2026 or December launch .
• More recent reports (mid-August 2026) indicate Huawei has pulled the launch forward to September 2026 .
• The device was initially expected after the Mate 90 series, but may now launch alongside or close to it .

Huawei's September "Double Event" Plans

According to leaks, Huawei is planning two separate launch events in September 2026 :

Event	Expected Timing	Expected Products
Event 1	Early September (around Sep 10)	Mate XT 2 tri-fold foldable
Event 2	September 23	Mate 90 series (flagship slab phones)

The Mate XT 2 is tipped to be a triple-fold device with a 10.2-inch display and a Kirin 9050 Pro chipset . The Mate 90 series is expected to debut with a next-generation Kirin chip using "logic folding" technology, with a "Huawei Device Haco Launch Event" already approved by Chinese regulators for September 23 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center .

It remains unclear whether the wide-screen non-foldable phone will launch at the Mate 90 event or separately. Early leaks suggested it would arrive after the Mate 90 , but the accelerated September timeline blurs this distinction. Some tipsters have noted the device's codename is "KZB" .

Competitive Positioning

The dual September strategy is widely seen as a direct challenge to Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series, which is expected to launch around the same time . By staging two major events, Huawei aims to counter Apple's annual September flagship cycle with premium hardware across both foldable and non-foldable lines . The wide-screen non-foldable also positions the company against Honor's Magic 9 series, though specific competitive claims remain speculative .

Oppo's Similar Device: A Later Contender

Oppo is also reportedly developing a wide-screen non-foldable smartphone — sometimes referred to by the rumored name "Find W" — that would feature a similar 16:10 aspect ratio, a 6.3- to 6.4-inch 1.5K LTPO display with ultra-thin symmetrical bezels, and a Dimensity 9600 processor . However, it is not expected until the first half of 2027, likely trailing Huawei by roughly 6–9 months .

Some reports treat Oppo's device with skepticism. Tech Advisor has explicitly warned against trusting the Find W rumors, noting the lack of reliable sourcing and suggesting some leaked specs and teaser images may have been created for entertainment rather than as genuine leaks .

Key Caveats

• None of this is official. Every detail comes from Weibo tipsters (Digital Chat Station, SmartPikachu, SuperDimensional, FixedFocus) and aggregator reports.
• Launch dates keep shifting. Earlier reports said December 2026; the September timeline is the latest rumor but may not hold.
• The device's name and product series are unknown. It could debut under the Pura X umbrella or as a new product line .
• Oppo's wide-screen plans are even less certain, with some outlets advising caution on the Find W rumors .