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Galaxy J6+

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£65.00
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Huawei P30

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£134.00
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What's the difference between the Galaxy J6+ and Huawei P30?

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy J6+ starts at £65, £69 less than the Huawei P30. The Huawei P30 is the newer model, released in 2019.

Refurbished from

£65£134

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 425Kirin 980 (7 nm)

RAM

3 GB6 GB

Battery

3300 mAh3650 mAh

Screen size

6 inch6.1 inch

Screen type

IPS LCDOLED
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 on the Galaxy J6+, Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei P30.
  • The Huawei P30 has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.
  • The Huawei P30 has a bigger battery: 3650 mAh vs 3300 mAh.

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 specs

The Galaxy J6+ and Huawei P30 differ in several key areas that suit different users. The Galaxy J6+ offers a simpler experience with 3 GB of RAM and a 6 inch IPS LCD screen at 720 x 1480 resolution, making it suitable for everyday use like calls and emails. The Huawei P30 has more power with 6 GB of RAM, a sharper 1080 x 2340 OLED screen, and larger storage at 128 GB. The P30's cameras are higher resolution, fitting for photography enthusiasts. The Galaxy J6+ supports dual physical SIMs and uses a microSDXC card, appealing to users needing flexible SIM and memory options. The Huawei P30 is lighter and slightly smaller, with a different type of expandable memory.

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 price

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Storage

  • 32GBSold out
  • 128GBSold out

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 battery life and software updates

Durability here means how the phones handle updates and their basic build features.

Software Updates

This means you will use the Android version that came with the phone or the last supported update.

Build Dimensions

The Galaxy J6+ is taller and wider, measuring 161.4 mm by 76.9 mm with a depth of 7.9 mm and weighing 178 g. The Huawei P30 is more compact at 149 mm by 71 mm, slightly thinner at 7.6 mm, and lighter at 165 g. The P30's smaller size and lighter weight may make it easier to hold and carry.

Battery

3300 mAh3650 mAh

Foldable

NoNo

Ip rating

N/AIP53

Software updates

Ended Jun 2022N/A

Year of release

20182019

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 performance

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 425Kirin 980 (7 nm)

RAM

3 GB6 GB

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 screen

Screen quality affects how you view content daily. The Galaxy J6+ and Huawei P30 differ in size, resolution, and screen type, which shapes the viewing experience.

Screen Size and Resolution

The Galaxy J6+ has a 6 inch screen with a resolution of 720 x 1480 pixels, which suits everyday tasks like calls, messages, and browsing. The Huawei P30 offers a slightly larger 6.1 inch screen with a sharper 1080 x 2340 resolution, providing more room and clearer detail for videos and photos.

Screen Type

The Galaxy J6+ uses an IPS LCD screen, which typically offers good colour accuracy and viewing angles. The Huawei P30 features an OLED screen, known for deeper blacks and more vibrant contrast. This makes the P30 better suited for watching media where richer colours and contrast are important.

Resolution

720 x 14801080 x 2340

Screen size

6 inch6.1 inch

Screen type

IPS LCDOLED

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 camera

Camera quality is a major factor for many buyers. The Galaxy J6+ and Huawei P30 differ notably in front and main camera megapixels, which affects photo detail.

Front Camera

The Galaxy J6+ has an 8 megapixel front camera, suitable for standard selfies and video calls. The Huawei P30 has a 32 megapixel front camera, capturing more detail and clarity in selfies, which is useful if you prioritise self-portraits or video chat quality.

Main Camera

The Galaxy J6+ features a 13 megapixel main camera, good for everyday snapshots. The Huawei P30 offers a 40 megapixel main camera, which captures more detail and allows for higher resolution photos, appealing to photography enthusiasts or those who want sharper images.

Front camera

8 megapixels32 megapixels

Main camera

13 megapixels40 megapixels

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 size and design

Other features such as SIM options, expandable storage, and network compatibility add to the daily usability of each phone. These differences fit different user needs.

SIM and Storage Expansion

The Galaxy J6+ supports two physical SIM cards, which benefits users who manage personal and work numbers or travel frequently. It also uses microSDXC cards for expandable storage. The Huawei P30 uses a single physical SIM and supports NM (Nano Memory) cards for storage expansion, which is a different type of memory card.

Storage Capacity

The Galaxy J6+ comes with 32 GB of storage, suitable for basic use and some apps. The Huawei P30 offers 128 GB, which provides more space for apps, photos, and files, fitting users who store more data on their device.

Carrier and Network

Both phones are unlocked and support 4G mobile networks, giving freedom to choose your carrier and use fast mobile data where available.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

N/AUSB-C + Jack 3.5mm

Depth

7.9 mm7.6 mm

Height

161.4 mm149 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

SD card slot

microSDXCNM (Nano Memory)

SIM card

Dual Physical SIMPhysical SIM

Weight

178 g165 g

Width

76.9 mm71.4 mm

Galaxy J6+ or Huawei P30: which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy J6+ if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £65, £69 less than the Huawei P30

Buy the Huawei P30 if

  • you want more RAM (6 GB vs 3 GB)
  • you want a bigger battery (3650 mAh vs 3300 mAh)
  • you want an OLED screen

What our customers say

Customers say the Galaxy J6+ looks like new and works well for everyday use. Many find it good for calls and emails, with some noting issues like call connection or battery charging after some time. The phone's condition is often praised, though some mention receiving a different colour or model than ordered. Overall, users appreciate the Galaxy J6+ for its simplicity and value.

Reviews of the Huawei P30 highlight its excellent condition and strong camera quality, especially the sharp front and main cameras. Customers like the phone's speed and battery life, with some mentioning it lasts about three days with their usage. The P30's size and design receive positive comments, and many say it works well as a main or backup phone. Some note issues with SIM locking but still recommend the device.

For those needing a straightforward phone for daily calls and emails, the Galaxy J6+ fits well. The Huawei P30 is better suited to users wanting more storage, a sharper screen, and higher resolution cameras.

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 FAQs

Galaxy J6+ vs Huawei P30 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 on the Galaxy J6+, Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei P30. The Huawei P30 has more RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB.

The Galaxy J6+ is cheaper refurbished, from £65 compared with £134 for the Huawei P30.

The Huawei P30 has a bigger battery: 3650 mAh vs 3300 mAh.

The Huawei P30 has a higher-resolution main camera: 40 megapixels vs 13 megapixels.

Updates for the Galaxy J6+ ended in Jun 2022. We don't have published update dates for the Huawei P30.

Refurbished, the Galaxy J6+ comes in 32GB, and the Huawei P30 in 128GB.

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