Xervia · 23/08/2024
Hands-on review · gaming, camera and battery impressions
Infinix Note 30 VIP is good value for the price, with a strong camera and gaming, though it is not a true high-end phone.
Likes- Runs demanding games without FPS drops
- Large battery for long gaming sessions
- Strong main camera for the price
- Bright AMOLED screen
Dislikes- No ultrawide camera
- Zoom quality drops noticeably in use
- Mid-range rather than high-end performance
- Some features missing compared with other models
Isa Marcial · 16/01/2024
Hands-on review · price, audio, camera and battery tests
Infinix Note 30 VIP has mixed value: a strong price and charging, but a weak camera, battery and short software support.
Likes- Headphone jack and well-tuned audio
- Fast 68 W charging with a wireless charger in the box
- Quick app launches and good memory management
- Widely available in physical stores and online
Dislikes- Weak zoom, poor night video and no stabilised 4K
- Main camera photos look oversaturated and handle colour poorly
- Battery life below expectations in testing
- Only one Android update and two years of security patches
Tecno Cat · 15/11/2023
Hands-on review · design, performance and unlock tests
Infinix Note 30 VIP is a good offer for its price, with strong performance, design and in-screen unlocking.
Likes- No lag with many apps open
- Attractive red chrome design
- Smooth gaming with no frame drops
- Fast 68W charging and reverse wireless charging
Dislikes- IP53 rating only protects against splashes, not submersion
- Fingerprint sensor does not unlock with the screen off
Edison Correa · 14/08/2023
Unboxing and review · comparison with the Note 30 Pro
Infinix Note 30 VIP is a fair mid-range phone, but it is hard to recommend over the Note 30 Pro without a wide-angle camera.
Likes- Fast in-screen optical fingerprint reader
- Strong processor and 5G connectivity
- Supports up to 50 W wireless charging
- 3.5 mm headphone jack
Dislikes- No wide-angle camera at this price
- No optical image stabilisation
- Design, display and audio barely changed from the Note 30 Pro
- Audio lacks body and shows no clear improvement
Isa Marcial Global · 17/01/2024
Pros and cons review · battery and camera tests
Infinix Note 30 VIP has strong charging and speed, but its weak camera, battery and update support hold it back.
Likes- Fast app launches and smooth multitasking
- Headphone jack and equalizer options
- Wireless charger included in the box
- Widely distributed and easy to buy in stores
Dislikes- Camera struggles with zoom, colour and night video
- Battery falls short in testing
- Only two years of security patches
- No watch or tablet ecosystem
Renzo Claros - Tech & Cameras · 03/10/2023
Long-term test · 100 days of daily use
Infinix Note 30 VIP is recommended for its features at this price, despite software glitches and a few annoyances.
Likes- Features not usually found at this price
- Wireless charging is very convenient
- AMOLED display is excellent
- Camera and software good enough for average users
Dislikes- Software crashes and freezes before the update
- RAM extension made scrolling choppy
- Touch input sometimes needs several taps
- Back vibrates when volume is above 50%
YugaTech · 24/06/2023
Hands-on review · gaming, camera and battery tests
Infinix Note 30 VIP is worth the price, especially for its stronger chip, 4K video and 50W wireless charging.
Likes- Smooth performance in games and everyday use
- Bright, vivid display with deep blacks
- Loud JBL dual speakers for the price
- Fast 50W wireless charging
Dislikes- Super stabilisation only works at 1080p 30fps, not 4K
- 4K recording takes up a lot of storage
- Some games needed settings changes for smoother play
Valor Reviews · 12/06/2023
Hands-on review · cameras, battery and charging tests
Infinix Note 30 VIP has solid features in parts, but its wireless charging underdelivers and its price is hard to justify against rivals.
Likes- 108-megapixel main camera with plenty of detail
- Skin tones and portrait separation handled well
- Battery held up through a full day
- Bright, vivid AMOLED display
Dislikes- Wireless charging takes far longer than the advertised 50 watts
- Sky replacement feature produces artificial-looking results
- Bokeh mode limited to 1080p 30fps
- Price is hard to justify compared with competitors
TechKuya: Tech for techies, pare. · 21/12/2023
Hands-on review · design, software and value
Infinix Note 30 VIP offers strong hardware for the price, but its software is the main weakness.
Likes- Strong hardware for the price
- BMW-designed Racing Edition look
- JBL-tuned dual speakers
- Under-display fingerprint scanner and 68W fast charging
Dislikes- Confusing software with a lot of preinstalled bloatware
- Flat-edged design the reviewer does not like