Overall Score
48.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#2462)48.7
Performance(#3552)66.9
Camera(#1498)62.6
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#329)89.5
Connectivity(#3333)55.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Motorola One Power (P30 Note)
Short Review
- The Motorola One Power (P30 Note) features a solid build with dimensions of 156 x 76 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 205g, utilizing Gorilla Glass on the front and an aluminum back.
- Its 6.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2246 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB, 4GB, or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP main sensor paired with a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 12 MP front camera delivers decent selfies.
- A robust 5000mAh battery supports extended usage, with 15W charging but no wireless charging option.
- The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, upgradable to Android 10, and adheres to the Android One program for a streamlined experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- Special features include a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern smartphones.
- Overall, the Motorola One Power combines a reliable design with competent performance and a strong battery life.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola P30 Note in China
Display
Size6.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2246 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 509
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/1.8, 1.12µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera12 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.25µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156 x 76 x 8.4 mm (6.14 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Weight205 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, plastic frame
ColorsMidnight Black
Foldable✗
SAR0.31 W/kg (head) 1.12 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/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
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, ZUI 4 (China version only)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass