Huawei Honor V30
$649.5
Overview
Huawei Honor V30 is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.57-inch TFT LCD (IPS), Kirin 990 chipset, 40 main camera, and 4200 mAh battery.
Priced at $649.5, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Huawei Honor V30
The display of Huawei Honor V30 measures 6.57 inches with TFT LCD (IPS) technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 2400 px resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Honor V30 features 3 rear cameras: 40 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Huawei Honor V30 has 4200mAh capacity with 40 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Honor V30 is powered by the Kirin 990 chipset with ARM Mali-G76 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 649500.
The memory of Huawei Honor V30 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS 2.1.
The connectivity of Huawei Honor V30 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Huawei Honor V30 weighs 213g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm.
The software of Huawei Honor V30 runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4+. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Honor V30
Huawei Honor V30 has a 40 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Honor V30 with Kirin 990 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Honor V30 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Honor V30 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Huawei Honor V30 is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Huawei Honor V30 has a 4200mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Huawei Honor V30 at $649.5 is a premium mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Huawei Honor V30 supports 40 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes.
Huawei Honor V30 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Honor V30 has a 6.57-inch TFT LCD (IPS) with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Huawei Honor V30 delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
6.57"
Main Camera
40
Chipset
Kirin 990
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1, n3, n41, n78, n79 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $649.5 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 213 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "White", "Pink"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT LCD (IPS) |
| Size (inches) | 6.57 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080 x 2400 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | 96% NTSC |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1440 |
| Glass Protection | Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4+ |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 990 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex A76 2.86 GHz + 2x Cortex A76 2.36 GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.95 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G76 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 5.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Kirin 990 5G |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 649500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 40 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.74" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX600 Exmor RS |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 32 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Optical in-display |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4200 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 40 |
| Wired Standard | 40W SuperCharge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 40W charger included |
| Battery Health Features | Smart charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4+ |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, PrivateSpace |
| Accessibility | Voice Control, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, cable, case, earphones |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| 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!