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Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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 91% of models
Score components

90%

5.3

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

▼Worse than 91% 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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▼Worse than 88%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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 94% of models
Score components

25%

4.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.6

Camera

15%

3.9

Display

15%

5.1

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

5.2

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

▼Worse than 94%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

▲Better than 83%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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 94% of models
Score components:

25%

4.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.6

Camera

15%

3.9

Display

15%

5.1

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

5.2

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

5.3
User score
User score
8.6/ 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
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.8/ 10
✕
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 84% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.8 points, which is higher than 84.3% of smartphones.
8.8
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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.8
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor model which is slower than processors in 76% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% 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 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% 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
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 87.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% 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.
1.4 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
6.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
269 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 269 ppi which is lower than that of 80.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.4% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
20 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 20 W which is slower than in 74.3% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
165 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 165 min which is slower than 96.9% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support 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
165.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.2 mm which is taller than 69% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
75.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.7 mm which is narrower than 56% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.1 mm which is thicker than 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Weight
200 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 200 g which is heavier than 58.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
111,375 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 111,375 cm³ which is larger than 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (131 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    131 vs 99.5
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • 7.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Motorola Moto G30
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.62 vs 8).
    8.62 vs 8
  • 62% more popular
    Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.81 vs 5.4).
    8.81 vs 5.44
  • 52.9% cheaper
    Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£170 vs £260).
    £170 vs £260
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (131 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    131 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 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.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 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.
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 7.5% worse value for money
    Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.82 vs 7.3).
    6.82 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 83.3% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (11 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    11 nm vs 6 nm
  • 87.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (384 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    384 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 46.6% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (503 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    503 vs 942
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 58.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,040 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,040 vs 2,533
  • 90.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (379 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    379 vs 3,825
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 66.3% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (333 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    333 vs 988
  • 45.7% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.91 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No phase-detection autofocus (PDAF)
    This smartphone does not have phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), the average smartphone does. 97.6% of smartphones use PDAF.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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
  • No compass
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • 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
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 31.9% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (269 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    269 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 425.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (468 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    468 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 532 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (468 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    468 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 29.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (468 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    468 nits vs 660 nits
  • 103 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (165 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    165 min vs 62 min
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No ultra power-saving mode
    This smartphone does not have an ultra power-saving mode, the average smartphone does. 93.8% of smartphones include ultra power-saving.
  • 39.4% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (20 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    20 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2021
    2021 vs 2024
  • 0.8 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China
  • 1.6 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (200 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    200 g vs 196.2 g
  • 13.9% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (111,375 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    111,375 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

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

8.0
Drive Tune Media
≈ estimated
13/01/2022
Camera test · side-by-side photo comparison with Realme 6S
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is the better camera pick over the Realme 6S, though low-light shots stay weak.
9.0
Miss Mobile Tech
≈ estimated
26/08/2021
Full review · a week of full-time use
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is a surprisingly good entry-level phone, recommended for basic users who want a 90Hz screen and good battery.
8.0
Ash Does Tech
≈ estimated
03/07/2021
Long-term test · intermittent daily use as main phone
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is great in most respects, with good performance, storage and design, but the camera holds it back.
9.0
Ash Does Tech
≈ estimated
12/06/2021
Real-world test · daily use, battery drain and camera samples
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is a great little phone for its price, with slow photo processing as the main drawback.
8.0
Gadgets 360
≈ estimated
19/03/2021
Full review · performance, camera and battery tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 has good cameras, clean software and a solid battery, though rivals offer better value.
8.0
GSMArena Official
≈ estimated
18/03/2021
Hands-on review · battery, camera and software tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is a solid phone for its class, though night photos and video are its weaker points.
7.0
GSMDome
≈ estimated
16/03/2021
Full review · battery, display, camera and gaming tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is battery-focused with good sound and video, but its dim screen and weak zoom hold it back.
6.0
C4ETech English
≈ estimated
09/03/2021
Full review · battery, display, cameras and performance tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 has excellent battery life, but average build and design; it is a fair buy only at a low price.
9.0
Shaan Haider
≈ estimated
08/03/2021
Gaming test · several popular titles at high settings
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 offers very good performance for a budget Android phone, though graphics detail is not outstanding.
9.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
25/02/2021
Full review · about a week of daily use
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is a strong budget pick with stock Android, a 90Hz screen and great battery life, despite its low-resolution display.
7.0
TechnikLoft
≈ estimated
20/05/2021
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use and camera tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is a solid budget phone, mainly for buyers who put privacy ahead of raw hardware power.
9.0
Hindustan Times Tech
≈ estimated
20/03/2021
Comparison review · two phones · camera and software tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto G30 is a very good budget phone that is easy to recommend, despite a few compromises.
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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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phonearena.com
12/03/2021
Summary of the review
Motorola Moto g30 review | PhoneArena
techradar.com
05/03/2021
Hands-on test · Budget all-rounder
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a decent budget all-rounder with excellent battery life, though its lack of standout features may push you toward a rival.
trustedreviews.com
01/03/2021
Hands-on test · Battery-focused budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a cheap phone whose battery and smooth 90Hz screen stand out, but its ultrawide and night photos let it down.
stuff.tv
23/02/2021
Full review · Budget Android phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a well-rounded budget phone with a big battery and 128GB storage, but slow performance and weak low-light photos hold it back.
techadvisor.com
27/05/2021
Full review · Long-lasting budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is an unremarkable budget phone with strong battery life and a 90Hz screen, but weak cameras and lag make rivals more tempting.
root-nation.com
12/08/2021
Hands-on review · Easy budget Android
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a good-looking, reliable budget phone whose smooth 90Hz screen and comfortable size suit kids, older users and anyone wanting a simple phone.
radiotimes.com
24/05/2021
Review · Sensible budget Android
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a sensible buy for an affordable Android, with good battery life and gaming, but its camera feels slow and the screen lacks sparkle.
expertreviews.co.uk
23/06/2021
Full review · Budget Moto upgrade
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a solid budget phone with excellent battery life, but its upgrades over the Moto G9 Play and G10 are minor.
notebookcheck.net
05/04/2021
Lab test · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 suits buyers who want a 3.5mm headphone jack, NFC and a clean interface, but its blurry photos and quiet calls are weak points.
indiatoday.in
16/03/2021
Week-long test · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a suitable budget pick, with clean Android, a battery that lasts over a day and smooth basic performance, but low-light photos disappoint.
andreagaleazzi.com
16/03/2021
Hands-on test · Reliable budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a reliable budget phone with excellent battery life and good photos, though its performance and display are lacking.
altroconsumo.it
2021
Lab test · Dated budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a dated budget phone that survived a drop test and lasted 45 hours in testing, though its performance and selfies fall short.
tecnorecensioni.com
18/06/2021
Hands-on review · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a well-balanced budget phone with a clean Android interface and two-day battery life, suited to everyday use and photos in good light.
hwupgrade.it
Not Dated
Hands-on review · Entry-level phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a balanced phone whose software and battery impress, though its cameras and HD display only deliver average results.
altroconsumo.it
Not Dated
Lab test · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a dated but durable budget phone, a sensible choice only for buyers who want to save, since its cameras and performance are average.
id.nl
15/03/2021
Hands-on review · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a budget phone with good battery life and plenty of storage, but its low-resolution screen and short software updates hold it back.
androidplanet.nl
09/03/2021
Full review · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a good budget phone with long battery life and a smooth 90Hz screen, held back by its plastic design, night photos and limited updates.
techpulse.be
10/05/2021
Hands-on review · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a large, affordable phone whose battery lasts two days, but its low-resolution screen and limited Android updates hold it back.
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bright.nl
12/05/2021
Summary of the review
Bright Stuff: Motorola Moto G30 is a perfectly balanced budget phone
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androidworld.nl
24/03/2021
Hands-on review · Budget phone
Verdict
The Moto G30 is a balanced budget phone whose battery can last three days, but its low-resolution screen and macro camera are weak points.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent battery life, often lasting up to two or three days on a single charge
  • Great value for money, offering solid features for an affordable price point
  • Smooth 90Hz display refresh rate that improves the overall user experience
  • Clean, near-stock Android software with useful 'Moto Actions' gestures
  • Generous 128GB of internal storage, which is rare for many budget competitors
  • Reliable rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and fast face recognition
  • Main 64MP camera captures decent photos with good detail in bright lighting

What customers don't like about Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB)

  • Low screen resolution (720p), which lacks the sharpness of 1080p alternatives
  • Disappointing secondary cameras, specifically the macro and ultra-wide lenses
  • Poor camera performance in low-light conditions, leading to grainy or blurry shots
  • Slow charging speeds, taking over two hours for a full charge despite being marketed as 'fast'
  • Underwhelming chipset (Snapdragon 662) that can struggle with demanding games or multitasking
  • Unnecessary and hard-to-reach dedicated Google Assistant hardware button
  • Limited future software support, typically receiving only one major Android update

Verdict

The Motorola Moto G30 (6GB + 128GB) is a budget-friendly smartphone featuring a 6.5-inch Max Vision HD+ display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, powered by a Snapdragon 662 processor. Its main pro is a versatile quad-camera system highlighted by a 64MP main sensor, along with a substantial 5,000mAh battery that ensures extended usage. The phone offers ample storage and robust performance for its price point. A notable con is that the display resolution is only HD+, not Full HD+. "Motorola Moto G30 - Full phone specifications". GSMArena. www.gsmarena.com "Moto G30 review: Motorola nails the budget fundamentals". Android Authority. www.androidauthority.com

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