Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30
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Galaxy A71
Starting at
£105.00£555.70 new
Huawei P30
Starting at
£134.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A71 and Huawei P30?
Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy A71 starts at £105, £29 less than the Huawei P30.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 (8 nm) on the Galaxy A71, Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei P30.
- The Galaxy A71 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
- The Galaxy A71 has a bigger battery: 4500 mAh vs 3650 mAh.
Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 specs
The Galaxy A71 and Huawei P30 both launched in 2019, offering solid choices for everyday use with Android OS and unlocked 4G connectivity. The Galaxy A71 has a larger 6.7 inch Super AMOLED Plus screen and a bigger 4500 mAh battery, making it suited for users who prioritise a roomy display and longer battery life. The Huawei P30 has a slightly smaller 6.1 inch OLED screen and a Kirin 980 chipset with 6 GB RAM, fitting those who want a compact phone with a powerful processor. Camera preferences differ too: the Galaxy A71 offers a 64 megapixel main camera, while the Huawei P30 has 40 megapixels but shares the same 32 megapixel front camera. Storage is 128GB on both, so either phone supports ample space for apps and media.
Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 price
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Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 battery life and software updates
Battery capacity affects how long each phone can go between charges.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A71 has a 4500 mAh battery, which suits users who want longer use between charges, especially for streaming or gaming. The Huawei P30 has a 3650 mAh battery, which is smaller but still ample for daily use. Battery life depends on many factors, but the larger capacity on the Galaxy A71 offers more staying power.
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Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 performance
Performance is shaped by chipset and memory, affecting speed and multitasking. Storage is 128GB on both phones.
Chipset and Speed
The Huawei P30 uses the Kirin 980 (7 nm), a chipset made with a smaller process, which can offer efficient and fast performance for apps and games. The Galaxy A71 has a Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 (8 nm), which is also capable but built on a slightly larger process. This difference suits users wanting a bit more processing power in the Huawei P30.
RAM Capacity
The Galaxy A71 comes with 8 GB RAM, which helps keep multiple apps open smoothly and supports more intensive multitasking. The Huawei P30 has 6 GB RAM, which still handles everyday tasks well but with slightly less capacity for heavy multitasking.
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Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 screen
Screen size, type and resolution influence your viewing experience for videos, browsing and gaming.
Screen Size
The Galaxy A71 has a 6.7 inch screen, offering more space for watching videos and multitasking with apps. The Huawei P30 has a smaller 6.1 inch screen, which suits those who prefer a more compact phone that fits easily in one hand or pocket.
Screen Type and Resolution
The Galaxy A71 uses Super AMOLED Plus technology, providing vibrant colours and good contrast on its 1080 x 2400 resolution screen. The Huawei P30 features an OLED screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340, which also delivers sharp and bright images. Both screens are Full HD+ quality with slightly different pixel arrangements.
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Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 camera
Camera details are important if photography or video calls are priorities. Front camera quality is the same on both phones.
Main Camera Detail
The Galaxy A71 has a 64 megapixel main camera, which suits users who want to capture very detailed photos. The Huawei P30 has a 40 megapixel main camera, which still takes high-quality images but with fewer pixels. Both phones have a 32 megapixel front camera, ensuring good selfies and video calls.
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Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 size and design
Physical size, weight and storage expansion options affect how the phones feel in use and how you manage your files.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The Galaxy A71 is larger and wider at 163.6 mm height and 76 mm width with a depth of 7.7 mm and weight of 179 g. The Huawei P30 is slightly smaller at 149 mm height and 71 mm width, 7.6 mm depth and lighter at 165 g. The Huawei P30 suits those wanting a more compact, lighter device.
Storage Expansion
The Galaxy A71 supports microSDXC cards for expanding storage, which is a common and widely available format. The Huawei P30 supports NM (Nano Memory) cards, a different and less common type of expandable storage. Consider which card type you prefer when choosing.
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Galaxy A71 or Huawei P30: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A71 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £105, £29 less than the Huawei P30
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3650 mAh)
Buy the Huawei P30 if
- you want a lighter build (165 g vs 179 g)
What our customers say
Customers say the Galaxy A71 looks almost new with only minor marks or scratches typical of a refurbished phone. They appreciate the quick setup and report it works well for everyday use. The larger screen and camera quality meet expectations and many note the model feels like a new phone for much less money. Some mention slight scuffs or marks on the edges or screen but overall find the phone to be in excellent condition.
Reviews of the Huawei P30 highlight battery life and camera quality with users happy about the phone's compact size and speed. Customers appreciate the condition describing it as perfect with no scratches or marks. Some mention the camera quality and fingerprint sensor positively. A few note challenges with network unlocking but overall find the phone reliable and well suited for photography and daily use.
The Galaxy A71 appeals to those wanting a larger screen and higher RAM for multitasking while the Huawei P30 suits buyers looking for a compact design with a powerful chipset and strong battery life.
Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 FAQs
Galaxy A71 vs Huawei P30 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 (8 nm) on the Galaxy A71, Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei P30. The Galaxy A71 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
The Galaxy A71 is cheaper refurbished, from £105 compared with £134 for the Huawei P30.
The Galaxy A71 has a bigger battery: 4500 mAh vs 3650 mAh.
The Galaxy A71 has a higher-resolution main camera: 64 megapixels vs 40 megapixels.
The Galaxy A71 no longer gets updates. We don't have published update dates for the Huawei P30.
Both come in 128GB refurbished.
