Overall Score
58.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3672)58.0
Performance(#4702)60.3
Camera(#2062)45.4
Display(#5336)70.5
Battery(#9610)43.5
Build(#573)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola One (P30 Play)
Short Review
- The Motorola One (P30 Play) features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 149.9 x 72.2 x 8 mm and weighing 162g.
- Its 5.9-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 287 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset and an octa-core CPU, it delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP rear camera with a secondary 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera supports selfies.
- The 3000mAh battery supports 15W charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with an upgrade path to Android 10, it benefits from the Android One program for a clean software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, enhancing usability.
- The device does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
- Special features include a headphone jack, which is becoming increasingly rare.
- Overall, the Motorola One (P30 Play) is a solid choice for users seeking a functional smartphone with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola P30 Play in China
Display
Size5.9"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~287 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions149.9 x 72.2 x 8 mm (5.90 x 2.84 x 0.31 in)
Weight162 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes