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Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£590RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP

Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
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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
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â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

90%

8.1

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 89% of smartphones
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

â–²Better than 83%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.6

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

8.0

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

â–²Better than 89%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £590
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components:

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.6

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

8.0

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

8.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

7.9
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% 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
200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP which is higher than that of 99% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/1.95 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/1.95 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 95.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
81.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 81.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 96.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
2.56 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
yes
This smartphone supports 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
6.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
393 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 393 ppi which is lower than that of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,610 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,610 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.4% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
125 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 125 W which is faster than in 99% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
161.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.7 mm which is shorter than 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Width
73.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.5 mm which is narrower than 87.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
198.5 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 198.5 g which is heavier than 54.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
94,024 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 94,024 cm³ which is smaller than 62.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
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Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.56x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (81.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    81.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3.79x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (125 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    125 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 7.6% better value for money
    Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.89 vs 7.3).
    7.89 vs 7.34
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.24x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,752 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,752 vs 1,226
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 50.7% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,816 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,816 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2.56x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (81.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    81.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 50 MP & 16 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (60 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    60 MP vs 16 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/1.95 & f/2.2 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/1.6 & f/1.95 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 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.
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • 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)
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3.79x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (125 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    125 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.56 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 7.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,610 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,610 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5.44x less popular
    Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 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.
    August 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 5.44x less popular
    Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.27x more expensive
    Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£590 vs £260).
    £590 vs £260
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.56 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.5% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (393 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    393 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 7.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,610 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,610 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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.
    August 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 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

Video reviews

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

8.0
Geeky Stuff
≈ estimated
16/09/2022
Hands-on review · a week of use, camera and autofocus tests
Verdict
The Motorola Moto X30 Pro is a very good camera phone, but its autofocus problems at 60 fps should be fixed before you buy.
8.0
Geeky Stuff
≈ estimated
13/09/2022
Camera review · 4K, 1080p and 200 MP tests
Verdict
The Motorola Moto X30 Pro has a strong camera system overall, but its autofocus in 60 fps video needs fixing.
8.0
Geeky Stuff
≈ estimated
12/09/2022
Long-term test · 72 hours of daily use
Verdict
The Motorola Moto X30 Pro is a very good smartphone for most buyers, though its camera system still has flaws.
7.0
Geeky Stuff
≈ estimated
11/09/2022
Hands-on camera test · 200 MP mode and cropping
Verdict
The Motorola Moto X30 Pro has strong hardware and most shots look great, but cropping and image processing lag behind rivals.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

  • Extremely fast 125W wired charging (full charge in under 20 minutes) and 50W wireless charging are life savers.
  • Powerful flagship performance due to the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, handling gaming and daily tasks smoothly.
  • Excellent still photography, especially in bright conditions, with the 200MP sensor producing great detail in high-resolution mode.
  • High-quality 6.67-inch OLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, good brightness, and vibrant colors.
  • Premium design and build quality, with a comfortable feel and textured finish back.
  • Generally good battery life that can last a full day despite the high-performance hardware.

What customers don't like about Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

  • Pre-installed Chinese apps/bloatware are a major issue for some users of the Chinese ROM version, although this can be configured over time.
  • Video recording quality, particularly the rear camera video, is considered poor by some users, with reported autofocus issues at higher frame rates (4K 60fps, 1080p 60fps).
  • Availability of accessories like protective casings can be difficult to find.
  • Concerns exist about the 200MP camera being a potential gimmick, as photos are often binned down to 12.5MP by default, and high-res images have very large file sizes.
  • General Motorola software support issues, such as slow or delayed security updates and lack of bug fixes, are a common complaint across the brand's devices.
  • The 4610 mAh battery capacity is considered too small for some power users who prefer a minimum of 5000mAh.

Verdict

The Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is a flagship smartphone focused on photography and performance. Its main characteristic is the world's first 200MP main camera sensor, complemented by a powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and a vibrant 6.7-inch 144Hz OLED display. Pros include incredibly fast 125W wired charging and a large amount of storage and RAM for seamless multitasking. The primary potential cons are that the phone was generally exclusive to the Chinese market and may have limited software update support compared to major global brands.

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Graphic comparison of Motorola Moto X30 Pro (12GB + 512GB) and other smartphones

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