In the fourth week of 2026, Huawei continues to dominate the Chinese smartphone market, surpassing Apple to maintain its top spot. According to the latest analysis from SmartChipInsider on Weibo, Huawei has secured 18.48% of the market share, edging out Apple, which now holds 17.98% of the share.
Huawei’s Success Driven by Mate 80 and Nova 15 Series
The primary reason behind Huawei’s success in the first month of 2026 is its flagship Mate 80 series. This lineup has drawn significant attention for its impressive features at a competitive price point, making it a favorite among consumers. In addition, Huawei’s Nova 15 series has been gaining traction thanks to its standout camera features, further boosting the brand’s presence in the market.
Apple’s Position and Market Share
While Huawei holds the lead, Apple remains a strong contender, ranking second with 17.98% of the market share. The iPhone maker continues to enjoy popularity in China, though it has been surpassed by Huawei’s increasingly powerful offerings.
Other Key Players in the Chinese Smartphone Market
Vivo follows in third place with a market share of 16.05%, split between Vivo’s 11.53% and iQOO’s 4.53%. OPPO ranks fourth with 16% of the market share, consisting of 11.70% from OPPO and 4.30% from OnePlus and Realme.
Honor and Xiaomi take the fifth and sixth spots, respectively, with Honor holding 13.43% and Xiaomi slightly behind with 13.41%. These brands continue to contribute to the competitive nature of the Chinese smartphone market, which has seen gradual growth in smartphone shipments in the early weeks of 2026.
Huawei’s Future Prospects in 2026
Despite facing several challenges in the global smartphone market, Huawei has managed to maintain its leadership in China, bolstered by the success of its devices. The company is also gaining attention for its upcoming second-generation Pura foldable and the Pura 90 series, the first flagship device of 2026.
It remains to be seen whether Huawei can maintain its dominance throughout the year, or if challenges from competitors will affect its market share.
