Galaxy A30
Budget AMOLED with 4000 mAh and dual cam.
The Galaxy A30 is a budget Samsung smartphone released Feb 2019, with a launch price of $279. It pairs the Exynos 7904 with a 6.4" FHD+ Super AMOLED display, a 16 MP + 5 MP UW main camera and a 4000 mAh, 15W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 62/100 — AMOLED on a tighter budget. Standout strengths: super amoled at sub-$280 and 4000 mah all-day battery. Main trade-off: exynos 7904 slow.
AMOLED on a tighter budget.
A30 brought the A50's Super AMOLED down to $279 by trimming to a dual cam and slower Exynos 7904. For buyers who valued display quality over speed it was a strong value pick.
Read the full review- Super AMOLED at sub-$280
- 4000 mAh all-day battery
- microSD + headphone jack
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy A30 compares
| Galaxy A30 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Galaxy S8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 62 | 89 | 64 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7904 | SD 8 Elite | SD 835 |
| Display | 6.4" FHD+ Super AMOLED | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED | 5.8" QHD+ AMOLED |
| Main camera | 16 MP + 5 MP UW | 50 MP · f/1.63 | 12 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 4000 mAh, 15W | 5,410 mAh | 3,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $279 | $1,499 | $720 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy A30 released?
The Galaxy A30 was released in Feb 2019.
How much does the Galaxy A30 cost?
The Galaxy A30 launched at $279 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy A30 screen size and type?
The Galaxy A30 has a 6.4" FHD+ Super AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy A30 use?
The Galaxy A30 is powered by the Exynos 7904 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy A30 have?
The Galaxy A30 ships with 3/4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy A30 battery capacity?
The Galaxy A30 has a 4000 mAh, 15W battery.
What is the Galaxy A30 main camera?
The Galaxy A30 has a 16 MP + 5 MP UW main camera.
Does the Galaxy A30 have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy A30 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Galaxy A30 weigh?
The Galaxy A30 weighs 165 g.
What colours does the Galaxy A30 come in?
The Galaxy A30 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Blue.
Is the Galaxy A30 worth buying?
A30 brought the A50's Super AMOLED down to $279 by trimming to a dual cam and slower Exynos 7904. For buyers who valued display quality over speed it was a strong value pick. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy A30 an editorial score of 62/100.
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