BenQ P30
$129
Overview
BenQ P30 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2004 with a 2.6-inch TFT, Kirin 980 chipset, 3 main camera, and 760 mAh battery.
Priced at $129, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BenQ P30
The display of BenQ P30 measures 2.6 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 208x320 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BenQ P30 features 1 rear cameras: 3 main, 16MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of BenQ P30 has 760mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of BenQ P30 is powered by the Kirin 980 chipset with ARM Mali-G76 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 571116.
The memory of BenQ P30 offers 8GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS 2.1.
The connectivity of BenQ P30 includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 1.1.
The build of BenQ P30 weighs 165g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP53. Dimensions measure 118 x 52 x 17 mm.
The software of BenQ P30 runs Symbian 7.0, UIQ v2.1 UI with EMUI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BenQ P30
BenQ P30 has a 3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BenQ P30 with Kirin 980 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BenQ P30 has IP53 protection against dust and water.
BenQ P30 has a 760mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BenQ P30 at $129 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BenQ P30 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
BenQ P30 has a 2.6-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The BenQ P30 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
2.6"
Main Camera
3
Chipset
Kirin 980
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2004 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $603.53 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 118 x 52 x 17 mm |
| Weight (g) | 165 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Aurora", "Amber Sunrise", "Breathing Crystal", "Black", "Pearl White"] |
| IP Rating | IP53 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 2.6 |
| Resolution (px) | 208x320 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 422 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2160 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Symbian 7.0, UIQ v2.1 UI |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Kirin 980 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex A76 2.6 GHz + 2x Cortex A76 1.92 GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G76 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | N/A |
| Modem | N/A |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 571116 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | N/A |
| Expandable Storage | SD/MMC |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | N/A |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.7" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX600 Exmor RS |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 35mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 16MP |
| Telephoto | 8MP |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | N/A |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | N/A |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 32 |
| Sensor Size | ƒ/-- |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | N/A |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | N/A |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | 1.1 |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 760 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | USB 1.1 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Symbian 7.0, UIQ v2.1 UI |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | N/A |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, battery, stylus |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | B |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!