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DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

90%

5.9

Technical score

10%

6.7

User score

▼Worse than 78% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

▼Worse than 88%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

25%

5.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.0

Camera

15%

5.0

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

2.5

Audio

3%

5.1

Design

▼Worse than 76%
6.7

User score

User score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

▼Worse than 95%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components:

25%

5.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.0

Camera

15%

5.0

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

2.5

Audio

3%

5.1

Design

5.9
User score
User score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

6.7
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Popularity:
DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 5.5 points, which is higher than 50.1% of smartphones.
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

6.8
Brand name
DOOGEE
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G88
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G88 processor model which is slower than processors in 89.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.6% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 80.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
2.1 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.4 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.4 inches which is smaller than the screens of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1520 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1520 px which is lower than that of 97.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
401 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 401 ppi which is higher than that of 58.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,350 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,350 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 82.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
171.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 171.6 mm which is taller than 90.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
85.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 85.5 mm which is wider than 97% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
18.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 18.7 mm which is thicker than 96.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Weight
372 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 372 g which is heavier than 95.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
261,630 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 261,630 cm³ which is larger than 97.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 27% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,350 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,350 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.45x higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (10,737 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    10,737 vs 4,389
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 2.45x higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (10,737 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    10,737 vs 4,389
  • 3.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (11,138 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    11,138 vs 10,783
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 1.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (401 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    401 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 27% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,350 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,350 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G88 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G88 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1520 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1520 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.8 vs 7.3).
    6.8 vs 7.34
  • 19.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    DOOGEE V30
    the average smartphone
    DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.67 vs 8).
    6.67 vs 8
  • 34.6% more expensive
    DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G88 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G88 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 34.5% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 10.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (850 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 68.8% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (320 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    320 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 47.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.41 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 81.3% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (48 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    48 vs 256
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • 50.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (605 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    605 vs 1,226
  • 30.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (2,169 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    2,169 vs 3,115
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.8% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,108 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    2,108 vs 2,533
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 26.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.1 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1520 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1520 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 520 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (480 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    480 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 27.3% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (480 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    480 nits vs 660 nits
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 89.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (372 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    372 g vs 196.2 g
  • 10.4 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (18.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    18.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 9.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (85.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    85.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 8 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (171.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    171.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    December 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 2.68x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (261,630 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    261,630 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Wear and Tear
≈ estimated
19/06/2023
Long-term review · several months of daily use
Verdict
DOOGEE V30 is a good phone at a good price, but it has a lot of weak spots you have to get used to.
9.0
Eric Drummond
≈ estimated
09/06/2023
Full review · battery, charging, camera and performance tests
Verdict
DOOGEE V30 is not the ideal phone, but it is durable, long-lasting, and worth buying at its price.
8.0
Android Addicts
≈ estimated
27/05/2023
Hands-on review · gaming, camera, speaker and night vision tests
Verdict
DOOGEE V30 has impressive gaming performance for a budget rugged phone, with a few camera and audio limits.
8.0
Redskull
≈ estimated
15/01/2023
Hands-on review · water exposure, screen and camera checks
Verdict
DOOGEE V30 is a decent rugged phone, let down mainly by its dim screen outdoors.
9.0
gizmochina
≈ estimated
19/12/2022
First look · unboxing and spec overview
Verdict
DOOGEE V30 is recommended for people tired of bulky, old-school rugged phones that still want flagship-style features.
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Not graded yet
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pocketnow.com
30/01/2023
Hands-on review · Long-battery rugged
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a chunky rugged phone with a 10,800mAh battery, eSIM and fast 66W charging, but its camera struggles in low light.
techradar.com
02/02/2023
Hands-on review · 4K rugged phone
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a rugged phone with 4K video and eSIM, but its chunky build and 480p Netflix streaming hold it back.
makeuseof.com
27/01/2023
Hands-on review · Premium rugged phone
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is the strongest Doogee phone yet, with eSIM, fast performance and a 10,800mAh battery, though it is bulky.
androidcentral.com
21/08/2023
Hands-on review · Rugged eSIM phone
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a rugged phone stylish enough for town with night vision and eSIM, but its camera app is unstable and Netflix streams only in SD.
igorslab.de
13/02/2023
Hands-on test · Rugged outdoor phone
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a solid rugged phone with eSIM, night vision and a big battery, but its LCD screen is only modestly bright and its chip is mid-range.
igorslab.de
13/02/2023
Hands-on test · Outdoor eSIM phone
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a sturdy rugged phone with a 10,800mAh battery and four spare eSIMs, though it is big, heavy and lacks an AMOLED screen.
smartzone.de
23/04/2023
Lab test · Benchmarks and eSIM
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a rugged phone with eSIM, 5G and a 10,800mAh battery, but its screen is too dim for sunlight and it had system glitches.
tuttoandroid.net
22/12/2022
Hands-on review · 120Hz rugged phone
Verdict
The Doogee V30 is a rugged phone that surprises with a smooth 120Hz screen and eSIM, but it is heavy, and handling is its main compromise.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional 10,800mAh battery life, often lasting 3 to 4 days on a single charge
  • Highly durable, military-grade build with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H certifications
  • Pioneering inclusion of eSIM technology in a rugged device for easy international travel
  • Reliable 5G performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset
  • Impressive 20MP night vision camera that allows for photography in total darkness
  • Smooth 120Hz refresh rate on a large 6.58-inch display
  • Fast 66W wired charging that can charge the massive battery in about 90 minutes

What customers don't like about DOOGEE V30 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Bulky and heavy design (approx. 376g-379g) making it difficult to carry in standard pockets
  • Lack of Widevine L1 support, limiting video streaming services like Netflix to SD resolution
  • Screen brightness is insufficient for comfortable use in direct sunlight
  • Camera software can be buggy and prone to occasional crashes
  • 4K video recording lacks stabilization and is capped at 30fps
  • 15W wireless charging is extremely slow for a battery of this capacity, taking up to 7 hours
  • Aggressive background app killing to conserve battery can interfere with monitoring apps

Verdict

The DOOGEE V30 is a rugged smartphone built around a 6.58-inch FHD+ IPS display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810H durability ratings. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900 Octa-Core processor, coupled with 8GB of RAM (expandable to 15GB virtually) and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage (expandable via microSD). Key features include a versatile camera system with a 108MP main sensor and a 20MP night vision camera, a massive 10,800mAh battery supporting 66W fast charging, and advanced connectivity options like 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC for Google Pay, and eSIM support. Pros are the exceptional battery life, robust build quality, fast performance for its class, and the inclusion of modern features like eSIM and a 120Hz display. Cons generally involve its bulky and heavy design (a trade-off for ruggedness), mixed camera performance in low light conditions, and some user reports of potential connectivity or display brightness issues.

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