Overall Score
62.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#2064)62.0
Performance(#720)70.8
Camera(#3695)42.4
Display(#2743)72.5
Battery(#1843)58.5
Build(#10524)68.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor Play 30
Short Review
- The Honor Play 30 features a sleek design with dimensions of 163.7 x 75.1 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 194g, available in Black, Blue, Gold, and Gradient colors.
- Its 6.5-inch TFT LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G chipset, the device delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The rear camera consists of a 13 MP wide lens capable of 1080p video recording, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- A robust 5000mAh battery ensures extended usage, although charging is limited to 10W and there is no wireless charging.
- Running on Android 11 with Magic UI 5.0, the software experience is straightforward, complemented by a headphone jack for audio.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1, enhancing versatility.
- The absence of stereo speakers may limit audio quality, but the overall build quality remains solid.
- While lacking advanced features like OIS or HDR, the Honor Play 30 is a functional device for everyday tasks.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, May 10
Announced2022, May 10
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeTFT LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAluminosilicate glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.9 GHz Kryo 460)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions163.7 x 75.1 x 8.7 mm (6.44 x 2.96 x 0.34 in)
Weight194 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Gold, Gradient
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, Magic UI 5.0
OS VersionAndroid 11, Magic UI 5.0
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes