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Huawei Honor 30i

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Overview

Huawei Honor 30i is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.3-inch OLED, Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F chipset, 48 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Huawei Honor 30i

The display of Huawei Honor 30i measures 6.3 inches with OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 2400 resolution.

Size
6.3 inches
Type
OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
800 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Huawei Honor 30i features 3 rear cameras: 48 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p@30fps.

Main Sensor
48
Camera Count
3 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 120°
Max Video
1080p@30fps

The battery of Huawei Honor 30i has 4000mAh capacity with 20 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.

Capacity
4000mAh
Wired Charging
20
Full Charge Time
120 min minutes

The performance of Huawei Honor 30i is powered by the Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F chipset with ARM Mali-G51 MP4 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 182000.

Chipset
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F
CPU
4x Cortex A73 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.7 GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-G51 MP4
AnTuTu Score
182000

The connectivity of Huawei Honor 30i includes 5G support.

5G
Yes

The build of Huawei Honor 30i weighs 172g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 157.2 x 73.2 x 7.7 mm.

Dimensions
157.2 x 73.2 x 7.7 mm
Weight
172g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Glossy

Compare Huawei Honor 30i

Huawei Honor 30i vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Huawei Honor 30i offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

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6.3" display

Huawei Honor 30i vs Motorola Moto G Power

Huawei Honor 30i offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$0 price point
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6.3" display

Huawei Honor 30i vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Huawei Honor 30i offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$0 price point
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F
6.3" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Honor 30i

Yes, Huawei Honor 30i is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.

Related: mobile photography

Huawei Honor 30i with Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Huawei Honor 30i receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Yes, Huawei Honor 30i supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Huawei Honor 30i has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Huawei Honor 30i at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Huawei Honor 30i supports 20 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Huawei Honor 30i has a 6.3-inch OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

See how Huawei Honor 30i ranks in these categories:

Verdict

The Huawei Honor 30i delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.3"

Main Camera

48

Chipset

Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyN/A
2G BandsN/A
3G BandsN/A
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 Bands[]
5G mmWave Bands[]
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual-standby
eSIM SupportN/A
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2020
StatusN/A
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)157.2 x 73.2 x 7.7 mm
Weight (g)172
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back FinishGlossy
ColorsN/A
IP RatingN/A
Rugged Certifications[]
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded Dimensions[]
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeOLED
Size (inches)6.3
Resolution (px)1080 x 2400
Aspect RatioN/A
Pixel Density (ppi)418
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)83
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)180
Peak Brightness (nits)800
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)1200
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchN/A
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetHuawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710F
CPU4x Cortex A73 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.7 GHz
GPUARM Mali-G51 MP4
NPU/AI TOPs0.6 TOPS
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemKirin 710F
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score182000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAMN/A
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
StorageN/A
Storage TypeInternal Storage
Storage SpeedUFS 2.1
Expandable StorageN/A
Slot TypeN/A
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras3
Main Sensor48
Main Sensor Size1/2"
Main Sensor ModelSony IMX586 Exmor RS
Main Lensf/1.8, 26mm
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning0.8 um
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 120°
TelephotoN/A
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video Codecs['H.264', 'H.265']
Slow Motion960fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size1/3.1
Aperturef/2.0
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video['1080p', '720p']
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

LoudspeakersN/A
3.5mm JackN/A
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecs['AAC', 'aptX']
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiN/A
Wi-Fi FeaturesN/A
BluetoothN/A
NFCN/A
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningN/A
Dual-Band GNSS
FM RadioN/A
USBUSB 2.0
Display Out
eSIM CapacityN/A

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorSide-Mounted
3D Face IDN/A
AccelerometerN/A
GyroscopeN/A
MagnetometerN/A
Proximity SensorN/A
Ambient LightN/A
BarometerN/A
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)4000
TypeLi-Polymer
RemovableN/A
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging20
Wired StandardSuperCharge
0-50% Time (mins)60 min
Full Charge Time120 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box
Battery Health Features['battery-saver']

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, Magic UI 3.1.1
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy Features['app-lock']
Accessibility['screen-reader', 'magnifier']
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contents['phone', 'charger', 'cable', 'manual']
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Huawei Honor 30i Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Honor 30i covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
    • - Camera performance is average

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