Huawei Pura 80 Series: Huawei seems to be preparing for a big unveil with its Pura 80 series, targeting the premium flagship space head-on. Rumors about the flagship Pura 80 Ultra suggest that Huawei is about to take on market giants in the form of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Next-generation mobile photography and closer integration of HarmonyOS seem to be the trend, and the release is due not too long from now.
Pura 80 Series May Land After Dragon Boat Festival
As per a report through Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital, Huawei may launch pre-bookings of the Pura 80 series immediately following China’s Dragon Boat Festival between May 31 to June 2, 2025. The complete launch may take place in July. It is rumored that the new series will boot HarmonyOS 5, an updated version of the company’s in-house operating system, with AI enhancements and more robust ecosystem capabilities. No formal date has been announced, but June 11 has been rumored as a probable revealing day.
Massive Camera Upgrade on the Horizon
The Pura 80 Ultra is shaping up to be a mobile photography powerhouse. It will reportedly feature a 1-inch SmartSens SC5A0CS sensor developed by Huawei’s XMAGE division. Known for its impressive light-capturing capabilities, this sensor uses RYYB pixel technology to deliver superior low-light performance. Another addition is a 2MP color temperature sensor, an upgrade from the 1.6MP unit in the Pura 70 Ultra, expected to provide more accurate and balanced color processing.
Chipset Details Still a Secret
Little is reported about the chipset powering the Pura 80 series, even with all the hype surrounding its camera and software. Rumors mention the Kirin 9020, the same processor used in the Mate 70 series. Speculation still abounds that Huawei is developing next-generation 3nm chips to gain back its competitive advantage. Until something solid comes out, the capabilities of the phone in terms of performance remain a guessing game.
Limited availability, but significant market influence
Due to ongoing trade restrictions, the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra might remain exclusive to the Chinese market. Yet, the device could still make global headlines, especially if it launches around the time of Apple’s WWDC and Samsung’s foldable releases. As the flagship space heats up this summer, Huawei’s latest move could grab serious attention. Stay tuned for more leaks, and official details are expected in the coming weeks.
