Realme has unveiled the first two models in the Narzo 30 series – the advanced Pro model and the 30A budget option. The Narzo 30 Pro is the first in the family to support 5G networks and the first to have a 120Hz display (previous generations had a few 90Hz phones).
The Pro model focuses on gaming, camera quality, and fast connectivity, while Phone A is aimed at the budget-conscious and relies on a large 6,000mAh battery instead.
Realme Narzo 30 Pro
The Narzo 30 Pro is the “most powerful 5G gaming mid-ranger,” according to Realme, which is a lot to put on a single device. At the heart of that promise is the MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset, which features two 2.4GHz Cortex-A76 cores (and six A55s) plus a Mali-G57 MC3 GPU.
This GPU will repaint the 6.5 ”1080p + screen up to 120Hz. Switching between 60Hz and 120Hz is automatic and content dependent. Games that require fast reaction times will benefit from the 180Hz touch-sensitive sample rate. The LCD panel is rated at a maximum brightness of 600 nits.
The Pro model is equipped with a 48MP main camera on the rear. The sensor sits behind an f / 1.8 lens and features 0.8 µm pixels with 4-in-1 binning support. Low-light performance is further enhanced by Super Nightscape mode. When it comes to video recording, the camera offers 4K 30 fps and 1080p 60 fps, as well as cinema mode (21: 9 aspect ratio) and digital image stabilization (UIS video stabilization).
The Narzo 30 Pro is equipped with a 48MP, 8MP ultra wide main camera and a 16 MP selfie camera
Then there is the 8MP (119 °) ultra wide-angle camera, which is also used for UIS Max video stabilization mode. Also on the back is a 2MP macro camera (4cm shooting distance). The front camera is punched into the screen, it packs a 16MP sensor, and also has a Super Nightscape mode for late selfies.
The 30 Pro is the first 5G phone in the Narzo series. It supports dual SIM, dual standby operation and downlink speeds up to 2.34 GHz. The card slot also has dedicated space for a microSD slot if you need more storage. As standard, the phone comes with 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage (UFS 2.1), but there is an option to upgrade to 8/128 GB.
The 5000mAh battery can be filled to almost 50% in 25 minutes using the supplied 30W charger, 100% charging takes 65 minutes. A full battery will last 37 hours of calling or 18 hours of binging on YouTube videos. Note that USB Power Delivery is supported at 15W.
5000mAh battery needs 65mins for full charge, about 25mins for 50% charge
The charger, cable, screen protector and protective case are provided in the retail box. There is a 3.5mm jack and the phone supports Dolby Atmos and has Hi-Res Audio certification.
Out of the box you will get Android 10, but work on Realme UI 2.0 is in progress and the update is “coming soon” (version 2.0 is based on Android 11). Users can use facial unlocking or the quick fingerprint reader on the side of the phone.
The Realme Narzo 30 Pro will be available in Blade Silver and Sword Black
Realme says it performs 320 quality tests on 30 Pro units to ensure its durability. In addition, all ports have silicone seals to prevent splashed water from entering the phone.
Offered in Blade Silver or Sword Black colors, the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G will cost INR 16,999 ($ 235 / € 195) or INR 19,999 ($ 275 / € 225) for the 6/64 GB and 8 / memory variant. 128 GB, respectively. The launch date is March 4, with availability on Realme’s own store, Flipkart, and major stores.
Realme Narzo 30A
The Narzo 30A is the budget model of the 30 series. It focuses on the basics with an emphasis on long battery life – longer than even the Pro phone, thanks to the larger 6000mAh battery. .
For example, it can play YouTube videos for 27 hours on a single charge, instead of 18. You can chat with your fingers on WhatsApp for 28 consecutive hours or spend 10 hours gaming. The battery is charged at 18W and can be used as an external battery thanks to reverse charging.
The 6000mAh battery of the Narzo 30A is ready for hours of entertainment • The value of 5% battery charge
There are tradeoffs here. The 6.5-inch screen goes up to 720p + resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness is almost the same as on the Pro, hitting 570 nits in Sunlight mode.
The 30A is powered by what MediaTek calls a gaming chipset, the Helio G85. It has two Cortex-A75 (2.0 GHz) cores and a Mali-G52 GPU and is only asked to render graphics at 60 fps. The chip is paired as standard with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, and you can pay a bit more to get a 4 / 64GB unit. As with the Pro, there’s a microSD card slot ready and available. waiting.
There are other concessions eg this is a 4G phone so you will get slower connectivity. However, you can still insert two SIM cards in it, in addition to a memory card.
The camera is also more basic, the main module on the back has a 13MP sensor and is limited to 1080p @ 30fps videos. Also on the back are the black and white depth sensor and the fingerprint reader. The selfie camera has an 8MP sensor.
13 MP rear camera (plus fingerprint reader) • 8 MP selfie camera
Much like the Pro, the 30A will launch with Android 10, but the Realme UI 2.0 update will be released shortly after launch.
The Realme Narzo 30A will be available in Laser Black and Laser Blue. It comes with a 3/32 GB or 4/64 GB memory combo, and the respective prices are INR 8,999 ($ 125 / € 100) or INR 9,999 ($ 140 / € 115). Market launch is slated for March 5, with availability on Realme.com, Flipkart, and select offline stores.
The Narzo 30A will be available in Laser Blue and Laser Black
