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Huawei P30 phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei P30 Specifications

Versions: ELE-L29, ELE-L09, ELE-L04 (Global); ELE-AL00, ELE-TL00 (China)

Huawei

Released 2019, Mar 26

8 / 6 GB RAM · Kirin 980 (7 nm)

  • 165g, 7.6mm thickness
  • Android 9.0, up to Android 10, EMUI 10
  • 64GB/128GB/256GB storage, Nano Memory

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.1
Display 7.3
Performance 5.8
Camera 8.4
Body 6
Gaming 6.5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 2.5
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.3/10

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Quick specifications

6.1"

1080x2340 pixels

40MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Kirin 980

3650mAh

23W

Score breakdown

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6.3 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 7.1/10
Display 7.3/10
Camera 8.4/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 6.5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.60 GHz BT 5.0 2019

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat21 1400/200 Mbps
Announced 2019, March 26. Released 2019, March 26
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 149.1 x 71.4 x 7.6 mm (5.87 x 2.81 x 0.30 in)
Weight 165 g (5.82 oz)
Build Glass front (Aluminosilicate glass), glass back (Aluminosilicate glass), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP53 dust protected and water resistant

(vertical water sprays)
Type OLED, HDR10
Size 6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~422 ppi density)
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 10
Chipset Kirin 980 (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G76 MP10
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 2.1
Triple 40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF

8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom

16 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), PDAF
Features Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps
Single 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 32-bit/384kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3650 mAh, non-removable
Charging 22.5W wired
Colors Aurora, Amber Sunrise, Breathing Crystal, Black, Pearl White
Models ELE-L29, ELE-L09, ELE-AL00, ELE-TL00, ELE-L04
Price About 280 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 314595 (v7)

GeekBench: 10114 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 28fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 635 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 83dB / Noise 75dB / Ring 83dB
Audio quality Noise -96.2dB / Crosstalk -97.5dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 83h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei P30 worth buying in 2026?

Huawei P30 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei P30 good for gaming?

Huawei P30 scores 65/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Huawei P30?

Huawei P30 has a 3,650 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei P30 have?

Huawei P30 features a 6.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Huawei P30 water resistant?

Huawei P30 is rated IP53. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Huawei P30 have?

Huawei P30 is available with 8 / 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei P30?

Genze rates Huawei P30 6.3/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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