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Samsung Galaxy M30#2497

Released: 2019, February 27

Samsung Galaxy M30

Overall Score

48.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2497)48.5
Performance(#3611)66.2
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#1312)82.8
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#476)85.1
Connectivity(#3573)54.0
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy M30 features a sleek design with dimensions of 159 x 75.1 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 174 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi.
  • Powered by the Exynos 7904 chipset, it delivers decent performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB to 6GB of RAM.
  • The camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor, a 5 MP ultrawide, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p.
  • A 16 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The phone is equipped with a robust 5000 mAh battery, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
  • It runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, upgradable to Android 10 with One UI 2.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C 2.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device includes a headphone jack, enhancing audio options.
  • Available in black and blue, the Galaxy M30 combines solid features in a well-rounded package.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019, February 27
Announced2019, February 27
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy A40s in ChinaVersions: SM-M305F/DS, SM-M305FN/DS (Global); SM-M305M/DS (LATAM/Brazil); SM-M305G/DS

Display

Size6.4"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
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, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/1.9, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide)5 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 FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions159 x 75.1 x 8.5 mm (6.26 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
Weight174 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Blue
Foldable✗
SAR0.28 W/kg (head)     0.39 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

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
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass