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Samsung Galaxy A30s#3003

Released: 2019, August 22

Samsung Galaxy A30s

Overall Score

59.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3003)59.4
Performance(#4823)60.3
Camera(#2986)43.8
Display(#1819)79.5
Battery(#11003)43.5
Build(#751)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A30s

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy A30s features a sleek design with dimensions of 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 169g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, providing vibrant colors but lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by the Exynos 7904 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring decent multitasking capabilities.
  • The camera system includes a 25 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, alongside a 16 MP front camera for selfies.
  • The 4000 mAh battery supports 15W charging, providing ample power for daily use without wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 9.0 with an upgrade path to Android 11 and One UI 3.1, the software experience is user-friendly.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
  • The phone is available in multiple colors, including Prism Crush Black and Prism Crush White.
  • It lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
  • Overall, the Galaxy A30s combines solid features in a stylish package.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019, August 22
Announced2019, August 22
DescriptionVersions: SM-A307F/DS, SM-A307FN/DS (Global); SM-A307G/DS (LATAM), SM-A307GN/DS (APAC), SM-A307GT/DS (Brazil)

Display

Size6.4"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetExynos 7904 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71 MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera25 MP
Main Camera Details25 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions158.5 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm (6.24 x 2.94 x 0.31 in)
Weight169 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPrism Crush Black, Prism Crush White, Prism Crush Green, Prism Crush Violet2
Foldable

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
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes