Overall Score
46.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#2760)46.4
Performance(#3610)66.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#488)84.6
Connectivity(#2374)62.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
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
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, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
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
ColorsPrism Crush Black, Prism Crush White, Prism Crush Green, Prism Crush Violet2
Foldable✗
SAR0.87 W/kg (head) 0.43 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
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass