For those looking for a smartphone with a strong camera and stylish design but without a high price tag, the Vivo V30 Pro might be the perfect choice. Its three 50MP back cameras (primary, ultra-wide, and portrait) offer dependable performance in a range of lighting scenarios. Vivo’s Smart Aura inbuilt ring light, which can be quite useful in extremely dark settings, enhances the three cameras. Additionally, there is a 50MP front camera with built-in filters and native capabilities to improve your selfie game.
In addition, the V30 Pro is the first Vivo smartphone outside of its high-end X line to feature Zeiss-tuned cameras. Photography aficionados who enjoy taking portraits can find value in the unique filters that Vivo and Zeiss offer. Content producers can also investigate features like Micro Movie, which offers pre-made layouts ideal for quickly creating Instagram Reels.
Although all these features may be appreciated by camera lovers, customers who prioritize performance may find the onboard Dimensity 8200 SoC confusing, especially given its Rs 41,999 price tag. The Vivo V27 Pro and Vivo V29 Pro from last year are powered by the same chipset. Who therefore ought to give the Vivo V30 Pro more thought? Let’s investigate.
Rating: 7.5 / 10
Verdict
For those who love cameras, the Vivo V30 Pro is a fantastic option. The collaboration with Zeiss not only opens up new filters and modes that enhance the entire shooting experience, but the rear cameras also record excellent details. Under challenging lighting situations, the Smart Aura light also demonstrates its versatility. Despite having excellent cameras, the Vivo V30 Pro is missing certain essential functions, like as stereo speakers and NFC. It promises decent, if not the best, three years of Android updates.
Layout and presentation
The Vivo V30 Pro is another member of Vivo’s stable of thin smartphone offerings, the V-series. It boasts a large 5,000mAh battery while only measuring 7.45mm in thickness. The satin-like material on the back is incredibly smooth, and the in-hand sensation is equally fantastic. In addition, this material is excellent at concealing scratches and fingerprint smudges.
Vivo has also emphasized the Vivo V30 Pro’s improved durability features. It states that to prevent damage right away, the new V30 series has a central frame that is 0.78 mm wider and a bottom metal edge that is 0.28 mm higher. The sides’ metal finish enhances the object’s robust look and feel.
When using the Netflix app to watch shows, which supports HDR playback, I had no problems. Using my membership to access 1080p premium playback made watching videos on YouTube equally enjoyable. However, as Vivo still uses single speakers on its mid-range smartphones, the entire viewing experience can feel a little underwhelming. Stereo speakers ought to be regarded as a basic feature on smartphones at this price range (really, any price range), even though wireless headphones can produce 3D sound.
Cameras
The cameras on the newest Vivo 30 Pro are the primary attraction, and for good reason. This is similar to the other Vivo V-series phones. On the back of the phone are three 50MP cameras. For taking selfies, there’s also a 50MP front camera. Although generative AI-backed camera capabilities are not yet available, Vivo offers a variety of camera presets with Zeiss to enhance the photographic experience. As previously mentioned, Vivo has an integrated ring light for low light levels.
All three cameras function effectively even in low light, albeit the portrait mode is not always reliable. While the Aura Smart can be quite helpful in maintaining attention on the subject, edge detection still needs work. When I contrasted the outcomes with the identical images taken with the Vivo V29 Pro, I found that the Vivo V30 Pro provided more details and dynamic range.
The 50MP front camera’s ability to capture true skin tones in a range of lighting scenarios also impresses me. In some circumstances, the front camera’s 2x zoom increases adaptability. Vivo sets itself apart even further by allowing both its front and rear cameras to capture in 4K at 60 frames per second. Furthermore, OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)-supported ultra-stable mode guarantees dependable performance for taking steady film with the primary camera.
Both software and performance
As previously reported, Vivo chose to use the same chipset that powers the previous two generations of Vivo V-series phones—the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC—for the Vivo V30 Pro. The version I’m examining costs Rs 44,999 and comes with 512GB of storage and 12GB of RAM. The entry-level model has 256GB of storage and 8GB of RAM.
To be clear, sticking with the same chipset as previously isn’t always a bad idea. Apple used a similar strategy for the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 but with a few small under-the-hood changes to improve performance. Vivo makes a comparable guarantee.
Pre-installed apps are included, albeit they are not as many as on earlier Vivo V-series phones. It is still not possible to remove Vivo or native Android apps. It’s important to note that Vivo guarantees three years of Android updates, which is a respectable, if not exceptional, commitment. Vivo might have thought about equipping the Vivo V30 Pro with a new chipset. If not, it might have had an advantage because of some intrinsic generative AI-backed capabilities.
Battery
Respectable 80W charging capability is maintained by the Vivo V30 Pro, and the larger battery also has a significant impact. In general, if you balance out the usage with Smart Switch for refresh rates and disable AOD, you can achieve a full day’s battery life. Even with 50% brightness and flight mode turned on, the phone managed a respectable 16 hours in the PCMark battery test.
The Vivo V30 Pro charges to 57 percent with the included 80W charger in 30 minutes. It takes about 45 minutes to charge completely.
Final verdict
Even without built-in generative AI features, mid-range smartphones may still be enjoyable to use, as demonstrated by the Vivo V30 Pro. It would have an advantage from those features, but we might have to wait for another till those become widely available.
The Vivo V30 Pro, designed exclusively for cameras, has a wide range of features that are ideal for both frequent users and aspiring makers. Customers who desire reliable battery backup and quick charging might also be drawn to the 5,000mAh battery with 80W charging.
But customers who prioritize performance might want a more potent chipset, and the iQOO Neo 9 Pro (review) is a fantastic option for that. Those interested in AI should think about the Pixel 7a (review). The Vivo 30 Pro is a good option if you appreciate excellent cameras but are willing to put up with an outdated chipset and a single speaker.
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