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Nokia C30

Specifications

Nokia C30
Nokia C30 (C Series)
Processor
UNISOC SC9863A 8 x 1.2 - 1.6 GHz, Cortex-A55
Graphics adapter
Memory
3 GB 
Display
6.82 inch 20:9, 1600 x 720 pixel 257 PPI, Capacitive, IPS, glossy: yes
Storage
32GB
Connections
Audio Connections: 3.5mm, Card Reader: microSD, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, microUSB
Networking
802.11a/b/g/n (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 4.2, GSM, UMTS, LTE
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 9.9 x 177.7 x 79.1 ( = 0.39 x 7 x 3.11 in)
Battery
6000 mAh
Operating System
Android 11
Camera
Primary Camera: 13 MPix Dual: 13MP + 2MP
Secondary Camera: 5 MPix
Additional features
Keyboard: Virtual
Weight
237 g ( = 8.36 oz / 0.52 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
150 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 60% - poor
Average of 4 scores (from 8 reviews)
price: 60%, performance: 60%, features: - %, display: 70% mobility: 70%, workmanship: 60%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Nokia C30

The Nokia C30 is almost Brand new Ewaste in 2023!
Source: Ricks Tech English
Support, online available, Medium, Date: 08/23/2023
Nokia C30 Motherboard swap between Frames
Source: Ricks Tech English
Support, online available, Long, Date: 05/05/2022
70% Nokia C30 review: An affordable phone for grandparents
Source: India Today English
The Nokia C30 is a mixed bag. It has a good display that I liked watching Netflix and Disney+ Hotstar shows on. But, at the same time, it is not fast enough for games that would complement this large screen. It has a battery that can run for days but an inevitable bulk that you might not appreciate. The cameras, again, are sometimes good and sometimes not up to expectations. And, most importantly, the software of the Nokia C30 is as bad as it is good, all thanks to pesky apps. I would recommend this phone only if you want a phone for entertainment on a budget. And yes, of course, for basic things like calls, texts, WhatsApp, and even Ludo King. More than youngsters, this phone is good for parents and grandparents who do not need many things on their phone, but a big display and a durable battery are what entices them.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/07/2022
Rating: Total score: 70%
60% Nokia C30 review: A budget workhorse
Source: Gadgets Now English
If you are looking for a budget smartphone that packs a big battery and also delivers smooth performance, then you can consider going for the Nokia C30. This sub-15K smartphone packs a dual-rear camera, HD+ display and is backed by a 6000mAh battery which can easily last for more than two days.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/28/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Nokia C30 review: large display and clean software, but needs a bit more
Source: 91mobiles English
The Nokia C30 does not impart a great impression for a budget smartphone, courtesy its poor camera implementation, boring design, and sub-par processing capabilities. That said, the phone does offer reasonably good battery life, clean software, and a rather huge display. If those are aspects that appeal to you, the C30 can be worth consideration.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/11/2021
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 60% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 60%
Nokia C30 Review, Pros and Cons
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
To conclude our review, can say that the Nokia C30 phone is a good phone for a very low budget. It is difficult to find such features that this model offers. Its unique feature is a nice screen and shiny battery where you are glued to the phone. On the other hand, you will have a basic process that can be an obstacle to better and faster performance. Also, your camera will not satisfy you. If you can compromise on these two specs, you will definitely value the phone. Nokia has a range of other releases along with this model. For regular work, the Nokia C30 is the right choice for anyone looking for a low-budget smartphone. In fact, you have more options to compare. One is the Realme C11 (2021) and the other is the Galaxy A12 Nacho smartphone as per our recommendation with some strong specs, this phone can also be a lookout choice for you.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/15/2021

Foreign Reviews

50% Motorola Moto G22
Source: Tudo Celular Portuegese PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/31/2022
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 60%
Nokia C30 có gì đặc biệt?
Source: Viettelstore VN→EN
Positive: Decent display; powerful processor; nice performance; large battery capacity; good cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/06/2023

Comment

PowerVR GE8322 / IMG8322: Entry level graphics card based on the PowerVR Rogue architecture with support for OpenGL ES 3.2 and Vulkan 1.1.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


SC9863A: Entry level octa core SoC with 8 ARM Cortex-A55 cores in two clusters. One performance cluster with up to 1.6 GHz and a efficiency cluster with up to 1.2 GHz. The SoC also integrates an LTE modem, a IMG8322 GPU and 1080p video support.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.82":

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Nokia: Nokia is a Finnish company founded in 1865 and headquartered in Finland. The company is known for its telecommunications equipment and cell phones. Nokia was one of the leading manufacturers of cell phones in the 1990s and has expanded its business into networking and technology solutions in recent years. 

In 2011, Nokia partnered with Microsoft on Windows-based cell phones and sold the entire cell phone division to Microsoft in 2014, which limited the Nokia brand name to basic cell phones. In 2016, Finnish electronics manufacturer HMD Global entered into a licensing agreement with Nokia, bought the remaining Nokia name rights from Microsoft Mobile, and since 2017 has exclusively offered Nokia cell phones worldwide, which are based on Android, among other things, and are produced by Foxconn.


60%: Such a poor rating is rare. There are only a few notebooks that were rated even worse. The rating websites do not give a purchase recommendation here.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
ZTE Blade A72
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
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Infinix Smart 5 Pro
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
Ulefone Note 12P
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
Infinix Smart 6
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
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GE8322 / IMG8322, unknown
Nokia C20 Plus
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
BQ RU Element 6645L
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
ZTE Blade A71
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A
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GE8322 / IMG8322, unknown
Nokia C20
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A

Devices with the same GPU and/or Screen Size

Nokia C21
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A, 0.95 kg

Devices with the same GPU

Nokia C12 Pro
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A, 6.30", 0.177 kg
Nokia C12
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A, 6.30", 0.1774 kg
Doro 8100
GE8322 / IMG8322, SC9863A, 6.10", 0.167 kg
Current Prices
Stefan Hinum (Update: 2021-10- 5)