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Motorola One (P30 Play)#2849

Released: 2018

Motorola One (P30 Play)

Overall Score

45.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2849)45.7
Performance(#3815)64.3
Camera(#1657)53.8
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#319)89.7
Connectivity(#2541)61.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

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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
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, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

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
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.46 W/kg (head)     0.80 W/kg (body)

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass