Samsung Galaxy A30s
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Super AMOLED display
- Lightweight and slim
- NFC presence
- Memory card slot
- USB-C port
- Headphone jack
What to consider
- Low resolution
- Slow biometrics
- No software support
- Weak graphics
- Plastic body
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 6.4 inches
- Resolution
- 720 x 1560 pixels (HD+)
- Display type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 400 nits
- Screen protection
- Classic glass
Display
- Screen size
- 6.4 inches
- Resolution
- 720 x 1560 pixels (HD+)
- Display type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 400 nits
- Screen protection
- Classic glass
Performance
- Processor
- Exynos 7904 (14nm)
- CPU cores
- 8-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
- GPU
- Mali-G71 MP2
- RAM
- 3GB / 4GB LPDDR4X
- AnTuTu score
- 110000 (v8)
Camera
- Main camera
- 25 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm
- Video
- 1080p@30fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 4000 mAh
- Charging speed
- 15W wired
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 13 hours of web browsing
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Bluetooth
- 5.0
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 2.0
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm
- Weight
- 166 grams
- Materials
- Plastic frame and back
- Water resistance
- None
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Good (B)
from 92,1 €
May have a few micro-scratches on the body. The screen is clean. Battery capacity 85-90%.
Above Average (C+)
from 84 €
Visible signs of use and scratches. The screen may show slight AMOLED ghosting. Battery at least 80%.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Samsung Galaxy A30s.
Slow under-display fingerprint sensor
ModerateFirst-generation optical sensor and low screen resolution.
Screen burn-in
ModerateWear of AMOLED technology at prolonged maximum brightness.
False moisture warning
MinorDirt or oxidation in the charging port.
System slowdown
ModerateOutdated processor and eMMC type memory.
Repairs and Parts6/10 iFixit / Internal
Battery Replacement
The back cover is glued, but the battery is easily accessible after opening.
Screen Replacement
The AMOLED panel is expensive; it's often more sensible to replace it with the frame.
Charging Port Repair
The charging port is located on a separate daughterboard, which is easy to replace.
Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
42 kg CO2e
Water Saved
9500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
166 grams
Reused
95%
Recycled
5%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Elderly user
A person who needs a phone for calls, using WhatsApp, and reading news.
- Large and clear display
- Affordable price
- Simple One UI interface
Child's first phone
A durable and inexpensive device for a child, where loss or damage is not a major financial blow.
- Lightweight
- Sufficient performance for educational apps
- Good battery
Backup phone / Work phone
An ideal device for couriers or construction workers as a second phone.
- NFC payments
- Good signal reception
- Inexpensive to replace
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
FinlandYour country
Estonia
Latvia
Lithuania
The device does not support 5G networks. VoWiFi support is limited and depends on the operator's software.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The A31 offers a significantly sharper Full HD+ display and a larger battery, but the A30s is lighter and more affordable.
| Feature | Galaxy A30s | Galaxy A31 |
|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 720p (HD+) | 1080p (FHD+) |
| Battery capacity | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Weight | 166g | 185g |
The Redmi Note 8 offers a better resolution and a glass body, but the Galaxy A30s wins thanks to the colours of its Super AMOLED display.
| Feature | Galaxy A30s | Redmi Note 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Display type | Super AMOLED | IPS LCD |
| Body | Plastic | Glass (Gorilla Glass 5) |
| NFC | Yes | Region dependent |
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