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Released: 2019, February 27

Samsung Galaxy M30

Overall Score

61.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2202)61.5
Performance(#4817)60.3
Camera(#3123)43.1
Display(#1804)79.5
Battery(#2428)58.5
Build(#745)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy M30

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
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, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.9, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide)5 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

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

Build & Design

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
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue
Foldable

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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes