Honor 30i vs Honor 30 Pro: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Honor 30 Pro is the clear winner, boasting a significantly faster processor, superior camera system, and much quicker charging. However, the Honor 30i remains a viable option for budget-conscious users prioritizing affordability over top-tier performance.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor 30i | Honor 30 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, September 11. Released 2020, September 12 | 2020, April 15. Released 2020, April 21 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | - | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 157.2 x 73.2 x 7.7 mm (6.19 x 2.88 x 0.30 in) | 160.3 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm (6.31 x 2.90 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 171.5 g (6.07 oz) | 186 g (6.56 oz) |
| - | IP54, dust and water resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~418 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.3 inches, 95.8 cm2 (~83.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.57 inches, 106.0 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 600 nits (typ) | OLED |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) | Octa-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.36 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Kirin 710F (12 nm) | Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+) |
| GPU | Mali-G51 MP4 | Mali-G76 MP16 |
| OS | Android 10, Magic UI 2.1 | Android 10, Magic UI 3, no Google Play Services |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | - | 40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (Periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 16 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens |
| Triple | 48 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@1920fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K, 1080p; gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 10W wired | 40W wired 5W reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh | Li-Po 4000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Ultraviolet Sunset, Turquoise, Midnight Black | Titanium silver, Emerald Green, Midnight Black, Icelandic Frost, Neon purple |
| Models | LRA-LX1 | EBG-AN00 |
| Price | About 200 EUR | About 670 EUR |
Honor 30i
- Affordable
- Decent battery life
- Good for basic tasks
- Slow charging
- Underpowered chipset
- Mediocre camera
Honor 30 Pro
- Powerful processor
- Excellent camera
- Fast charging (40W)
- Premium display
- More expensive
- Potentially larger size/weight
Display Comparison
The Honor 30 Pro typically features a higher resolution display (likely FHD+ or higher) with a potentially higher refresh rate (e.g., 60Hz or 90Hz) compared to the Honor 30i's likely FHD+ display. The Pro often has better color accuracy and brightness. The 30i's display is adequate but lacks the premium feel of the Pro.
Camera Comparison
The Honor 30 Pro's camera system is considerably more advanced, likely featuring a higher resolution main sensor, improved image processing, and potentially telephoto and ultrawide lenses. Expect better low-light performance and overall image quality. The 30i's camera is decent for casual snapshots but lacks the Pro's capabilities.
Performance
This is where the Honor 30 Pro shines. The Kirin 990 5G chipset is a substantial upgrade over the Kirin 710F. Expect significantly faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the Pro. The 30i can handle everyday tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.
Battery Life
While both phones likely have similar battery capacities (around 4000mAh), the Honor 30 Pro's 40W fast charging is a game-changer compared to the 30i's 10W charging. The Pro will charge much faster, while the 30i will take considerably longer.
Buying Guide
The Honor 30i is ideal for users on a tight budget who primarily need a phone for basic tasks like calling, texting, and social media. The Honor 30 Pro is perfect for power users, photographers, and gamers who demand high performance, a great camera, and fast charging.