Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6
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Galaxy A30s
Starting at
£71.41£239.99 new
Realme 6
Starting at
£125.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A30s and Realme 6?
Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A30s starts at £71.41, £53.59 less than the Realme 6. The Realme 6 is the newer model, released in 2020.
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- Chipset: Exynos 7904 on the Galaxy A30s, Mediatek MT6785 Helio G90T on the Realme 6.
- The Realme 6 has a bigger battery: 4300 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
- Screen size: 6.4 inch on the Galaxy A30s, 6,5 inch on the Realme 6.
Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 specs
The Galaxy A30s and Realme 6 differ notably in screen quality, camera detail, and battery capacity, making each suited to different users. The Galaxy A30s offers a Super AMOLED screen and multiple storage choices, ideal if you value vibrant colours and flexible storage options. The Realme 6 has a higher resolution IPS LCD screen and a more powerful main camera, suited for those who want sharper images and a larger display. Battery size and SIM options also differ, with the Realme 6 providing a larger battery and dual physical SIM slots. Both run Android and support 4G, so your choice depends on screen preference, camera detail, battery life, and SIM needs.
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Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 battery life and software updates
Battery life and software updates are key to how long a device stays useful each day and over time. Both devices use Android and support 4G, but differ in battery capacity and SIM card options.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A30s has a 4000 mAh battery, which is suitable for everyday use and should comfortably last through a typical day. The Realme 6 offers a slightly larger 4300 mAh battery, which provides extra capacity for longer use between charges, helpful if you spend more time away from power sources.
SIM Card Flexibility
The Galaxy A30s supports a single physical SIM card, which fits users with one mobile number. The Realme 6 supports dual physical SIM cards, allowing you to use two separate numbers on one device, which is convenient for combining work and personal lines or when travelling.
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Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 performance
Performance affects how smoothly your phone runs apps and handles multitasking. Both phones have 4 GB of RAM, but their chipsets differ, along with storage options in stock.
Processing Chipset
The Galaxy A30s runs on an Exynos 7904 chipset, offering reliable performance for everyday apps and tasks. The Realme 6 uses a Mediatek MT6785 Helio G90T chipset, which generally supports more demanding apps and gaming experiences. This makes the Realme 6 a good fit if you use apps that need extra processing power.
Storage Choices
The Galaxy A30s is available in 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB storage versions, giving you options depending on how many apps, photos, and files you keep. The Realme 6 is stocked here with 64GB storage, which suits users who want a solid amount of space without extra options.
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Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 screen
Screen quality impacts how clear and vibrant images and videos look, as well as how much space you have to work or play on your device. The two phones differ in size, resolution, and display technology.
Screen Resolution and Size
The Galaxy A30s features a 6.4 inch screen with a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels. This resolution suits everyday viewing and saves battery life. The Realme 6 has a slightly larger 6.5 inch screen with a higher resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, making it better for watching high-definition videos and viewing detailed images.
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The Galaxy A30s uses a Super AMOLED screen, which produces vivid colours and deep blacks, ideal if you prefer richer visuals. The Realme 6 uses an IPS LCD screen, which offers accurate colours and wide viewing angles, suitable if you want consistent image quality from different angles.
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Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 camera
Camera quality is important if you take photos or video calls often. Both phones have the same 16 megapixel front camera, but their main cameras differ significantly.
Main Camera Detail
The Galaxy A30s has a 25 megapixel main camera, which captures clear and detailed photos for everyday photography. The Realme 6 has a 64 megapixel main camera, which can capture more detailed images, making it a better choice if you want sharper photos or plan to crop images while keeping detail.
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Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 size and design
Other practical features include network compatibility, connectors, and device weight, which influence everyday convenience and comfort.
Network and Connectivity
Both the Galaxy A30s and Realme 6 are unlocked and support 4G networks, so you can use them with any compatible carrier in the UK. Both devices include USB-C charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack, fitting common accessories.
Weight and Handling
The Galaxy A30s weighs 169 g, making it slightly lighter and potentially easier to carry or use one-handed. The Realme 6 weighs 191 g, which may feel more substantial in hand, possibly preferred if you like a solid feel.
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Galaxy A30s or Realme 6: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A30s if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £71.41, £53.59 less than the Realme 6
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a lighter build (169 g vs 191 g)
Buy the Realme 6 if
- you want a bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 4000 mAh)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (64 megapixels vs 25 megapixels)
Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 FAQs
Galaxy A30s vs Realme 6 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Exynos 7904 on the Galaxy A30s, Mediatek MT6785 Helio G90T on the Realme 6. The Realme 6 has a bigger battery: 4300 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
The Galaxy A30s is cheaper refurbished, from £71.41 compared with £125 for the Realme 6.
The Realme 6 has a bigger battery: 4300 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
The Realme 6 has a higher-resolution main camera: 64 megapixels vs 25 megapixels.
The Galaxy A30s no longer gets updates. We don't have published update dates for the Realme 6.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A30s comes in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB, and the Realme 6 in 64GB.
