Huawei Reportedly Sells Over 400,000 Units of Tri-Fold Mate XT Despite High Price

Huawei’s ultra-premium Mate XT, the world’s first tri-fold smartphone, may be defying expectations. Despite its eye-watering price tag and niche appeal, a new rumor out of China claims that over 400,000 units of the device have already been sold since its September launch in China.

Strong Sales for a First-Gen, Luxury Foldable

While 400,000 units may not be impressive by traditional smartphone standards, it’s a notable milestone for a first-generation foldable that is both technologically ambitious and incredibly expensive. The Mate XT’s success is even more striking when you consider that it’s currently the only tri-fold phone on the market.

Unlike typical foldables that open once, the Mate XT folds twice, creating a tablet-like experience that collapses into a more pocketable form. This innovation has sparked significant interest in China, where Huawei remains a dominant player in the premium device segment.

Global Launch Faces Challenges

Huawei launched the Mate XT globally in February, but sales outside China have been more limited. The biggest hurdles:

• Lack of Google Mobile Services (due to U.S. sanctions)

• Higher pricing internationally due to import taxes and tariffs

• Limited retail availability in key Western markets

As a result, most of the reported sales are presumed to be domestic (China-based).

Market Reaction and Outlook

For a device that’s part smartphone, part tablet, and part technology showcase, the Mate XT’s early success could pave the way for future tri-fold innovations — not just from Huawei, but from other manufacturers as well.

While Huawei has not officially confirmed these sales numbers, if the 400,000-unit figure is accurate, it would represent a solid commercial debut for one of the most ambitious foldable designs we’ve seen to date.