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Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP

Tecno Spark 30 5G (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.

6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 64% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

7.7

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 59%
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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%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £200
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

7.7

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

6.4
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
â–¼
<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:
Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.3
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor model which is slower than processors in 59.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 4.3% 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
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% 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
108 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP which is higher than that of 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% 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.
1.92 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
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% 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
263 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 263 ppi which is lower than that of 90.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% 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
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
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support 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
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
?
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
165.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.4 mm which is taller than 69.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
76.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.8 mm which is wider than 68.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
176 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 176 g which is lighter than 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,780 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,780 cm³ which is smaller than 72.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
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Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 16x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • 2 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (3 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    3 vs 1
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Eraser, AI Wallpaper, AI Artboard, AI Scene Detection, Ella AI Assistant
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 10.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (176 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    176 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 30% cheaper
    Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£200 vs £260).
    £200 vs £260
  • 16x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Eraser, AI Wallpaper, AI Artboard, AI Scene Detection, Ella AI Assistant
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (3 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    3 vs 1
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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 Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 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.
  • 10.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (176 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    176 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 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
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 33.4% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (263 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    263 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 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
  • 5.44x less popular
    Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 22.1% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (734 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    734 vs 942
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 22.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1952 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,952 vs 2,533
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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
  • 0.16 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.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • 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
  • 33.4% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (263 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    263 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 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 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.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 0.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1.8 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.4 mm vs 163.6 mm

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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racunalniske-novice.com
10/10/2024
Summary of the review
Super affordable phone with 5G support and Spark 30 features
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nl.root-nation.com
24/03/2025
Summary of the review
Tecno Spark 30 Pro Review: One of the Best Budget Phones
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • High-value performance for the price point, particularly for general daily use
  • Support for 5G connectivity at an entry-level budget
  • Fluid 120Hz refresh rate display that enhances scrolling and visual smoothness
  • Strong battery endurance, often lasting a full day or more with moderate usage
  • Attractive and modern design, including specialized 'Bumblebee' or 'Transformers' editions
  • Includes useful extra features like NFC and an IR Blaster which are rare in this segment

What customers don't like about Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Lower display resolution (HD+ / 720p) compared to some competitors
  • Slower charging speeds, limited to 18W, which can take up to 2 hours for a full charge
  • Camera performance is considered average, especially in low-light conditions
  • Software experience is cluttered with significant pre-installed bloatware
  • Struggles with graphically intensive 'heavy' games, leading to occasional frame drops or lag
  • Performance can feel sluggish or 'hang' when multitasking with several apps open at once

Verdict

The Tecno Spark 30 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone featuring a 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 6nm processor, runs Android 14 with HiOS, and is equipped with a large 5000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. A main selling point is its versatile camera system, highlighted by a 108MP primary sensor and an 8MP front camera with a front-facing flash. Key pros include its ample memory and storage for the price point, 5G connectivity, inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and an IP54 dust and splash resistant rating. Potential cons include the display's lower HD+ resolution compared to some competitors, the 18W charging speed being relatively slow by modern standards, and the phone potentially heating up during demanding use like heavy gaming or charging.

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