Samsung Galaxy A30s vs A34: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A34 is the clear winner. Its significantly faster processor, brighter display, improved camera, and faster charging outweigh the A30s' lower price. While the A30s remains a budget option, the A34 offers a substantial upgrade in almost every area.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Samsung Galaxy A30s | Samsung Galaxy A34 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, August 22. Released 2019, September 11 | 2023, March 14 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2023, March 24 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 158.5 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm (6.24 x 2.94 x 0.31 in) | 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm (6.35 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 169 g (5.96 oz) | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~268 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.6 inches, 106.9 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Exynos 7904 (14 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 1080 (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G71 MP2 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1 | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | 13 MP, AF | - |
| Triple | 25 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm | 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, 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, 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, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 15W wired | 25W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable | Li-Ion 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush White, Prism Crush Green, Prism Crush Violet2 | Lime, Graphite, Violet, Silver |
| Models | SM-A307F, SM-A307FN, SM-A307G, SM-A307GN, SM-A307GT | SM-A346E, SM-A346B, SM-A346B/DS, SM-A346B/DSN, SM-A346E/DS, SM-A346E/DSN, SM-A346M, SM-A346M/N, SM-A346M/DSN, SM-A3460 |
| Price | About 260 EUR | € 169.99 / $ 175.00 / £ 164.99 / ₹ 23,999 |
| SAR | 0.87 W/kg (head) 0.43 W/kg (body) | - |
| SAR EU | 1.05 W/kg (head) 1.54 W/kg (body) | 0.55 W/kg (head) 1.49 W/kg (body) |
| Pricing | ||
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| 128GB 4GB RAM | $ 194.02 | - |
| 64GB 4GB RAM | $ 269.99 | - |
| RENEWED | £ 120.00 | - |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 133h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -26.1 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 472126 (v9) GeekBench: 2316 (v5.5), 2518 (v6) GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Samsung Galaxy A30s
- Affordable
- Decent battery life
- Expandable storage (likely via microSD)
- Outdated chipset
- Lower display brightness
- Slower charging
- Less capable camera
Samsung Galaxy A34
- Faster processor
- Brighter display
- Improved camera
- Faster charging
- Modern design
- Higher price
- No headphone jack (likely)
Display Comparison
The Galaxy A34 boasts a significantly brighter display (1009 nits) compared to the A30s, offering better visibility outdoors. The A34's 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) suggests deeper blacks and richer colors. The A30s has a decent display, but it lacks the vibrancy and brightness of the A34.
Camera Comparison
While specific camera specs are not fully detailed, the A34 is generally expected to have a superior camera system. The newer sensor and image processing capabilities should result in better image quality, especially in low-light conditions. The A30s camera is adequate for casual snapshots but lacks the advanced features and image quality of the A34.
Performance
The A34's Mediatek Dimensity 1080 chipset (6nm) is a considerable upgrade over the A30s' Exynos 7904 (14nm). The Dimensity 1080 offers faster processing speeds and better efficiency, resulting in smoother multitasking and improved gaming performance. The A30s can handle basic tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.
Battery Life
Both phones have impressive battery life, with the A34 achieving an endurance rating of 133h. The A34 also supports 25W wired charging, which is faster than the A30s' 15W charging.
Buying Guide
Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A30s? Those on a very tight budget who prioritize affordability over performance and don't need the latest features. Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A34? Anyone looking for a reliable mid-range phone with a good display, capable camera, and solid performance for everyday tasks and light gaming.