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 more powerful Kirin 990 5G chipset, superior camera capabilities, faster charging (wired and wireless), and a brighter display. While the 30i offers affordability, the Pro+ delivers a premium experience.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor 30i | Honor 30 Pro+ |
| Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| - | Water-repellent coating | |
| 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, 90Hz |
| 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 | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| - | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | - | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (Periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 16 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide), AF 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 | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| Charging | 10W wired | 40W wired 27W wireless 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 |
| Models | LRA-LX1 | EBG-AN10 |
| Price | About 200 EUR | About 650 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 99h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -23.8 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 510031 (v8) GeekBench: 3191 (v5.1) GFXBench: 37fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Honor 30i
- Affordable
- Decent battery life
- Good for basic tasks
- Underpowered chipset
- Slow charging
- Basic camera
Honor 30 Pro+
- Powerful Kirin 990 5G
- Excellent camera
- Fast charging (wired & wireless)
- Bright display
- Reverse wireless charging
- Higher price
- Older model (potential software support concerns)
Display Comparison
The Honor 30 Pro+ features a significantly brighter display with a measured peak brightness of 586 nits, offering better visibility in sunlight. Its 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) suggests excellent image quality. The 30i's display is likely adequate but lacks the Pro+'s vibrancy and brightness. Resolution and panel type are likely similar, but the Pro+’s brightness is a key differentiator.
Camera Comparison
The Honor 30 Pro+’s camera system is a major upgrade. While specific megapixels aren't listed, the Kirin 990 5G’s image signal processor (ISP) and likely more advanced sensors contribute to significantly better image quality, dynamic range, and low-light performance. The 30i’s camera is adequate for casual snapshots but lacks the Pro+'s capabilities.
Performance
The Kirin 990 5G in the Honor 30 Pro+ is a powerhouse compared to the Kirin 710F in the 30i. The Pro+’s CPU architecture (Cortex-A76 cores) and 7nm+ manufacturing process provide vastly superior processing power for demanding tasks, gaming, and multitasking. The 30i will handle basic tasks fine, but struggles with heavier workloads.
Battery Life
Both phones boast an impressive endurance rating of 99h, suggesting excellent battery life. However, the Honor 30 Pro+’s 40W wired charging and 27W wireless charging offer significantly faster charging speeds compared to the 30i’s 10W wired charging. The 30 Pro+ also includes 5W reverse wired charging.
Buying Guide
The Honor 30i is ideal for budget-conscious users who prioritize basic smartphone functionality and don't need high-end performance or camera features. The Honor 30 Pro+ is for users who demand flagship-level performance, a top-tier camera system, fast charging, and a premium display experience, and are willing to pay a higher price.