Vivo as a top contender in the smartphone industry has been creating its niche in different categories with its dedicated lineups. In the premium mid-tier segment, the Vivo V series has been the brand’s strongest bet. It is one of those series which Vivo has been upgrading proactively with new models. Within a short span of just six months of the V29 Pro has received its successor in the Indian market. Called the V30 Pro, the latest V series handset also brings along a promiscuous camera hardware, unique design, and a price range under Rs. 50,000.
The base model of the Vivo V30 pro which has 8GB RAM and 256GB storage carries Rs. 41,999 price tag, while its 12GB RAM+ 512GB storage model is being sold at Rs. 46,999 via Amazon, Flipkart, and official retail partner stores. At Giznext, we received the V30 Pro for review and have been testing its performance for different aspects. Here’s what have impressed us and also our feedback whether this new V series model lives up to all expectations. Specifically, for the photography enthusiasts.
Also Read: Realme 12+ 5G Review: Your Gateway To Flagship-level Features At An Affordable Price
Vivo V30 Pro Design Review
Vivo V series is well known for its well-designed aesthetics which look premium and is modern. With the V30 Pro, you might get a familiar vibe as its successor. However, Vivo has altered the overall design language in a manner that it doesn’t entirely move away from the signature styling while meeting the modern day standards.
The V30 Pro retains its sleek form factor and measures just 7.5 mm in thickness. The premium design of this handset isn’t solely highlighted by the slim form factor but the 3D curved front panel, glossy rear panel all of which is encased within the metallic frame. The AG Fluorite glass back panel brings along an identical square-shaped camera module along with Aura ring light placed right below it.
We liked the touch and feel of the V30 Pro and every single time we picked it up. Both Andaman Blue and Classic Black options looks modern with the former reflecting wavy-shades in sunlight, while the latter offering glittering effect when exposed to direct light. We have received the Classic Black color variant which we found to be subtle yet premium overall.
Upfront too, the V30 Pro oozes a luxurious in the first glance. The 3D curved front glass blends seamlessly into the side frame. Ports and keys have the usual positioning, with the right spine housing the volume rockers and the power key and the bottom panel accommodating the SIM card slot, USB Type-C port, and the speaker grille.
The Vivo V30 Pro’s back panel despite offering a shimmering effect remains free of fingerprints and smudges. Now, this is a relief for the users who can’t do well with the added cases and covers. But since the unit is slightly slippery, wrapping it up with a case would be an ideal move.
Also Read: Oppo F25 Pro 5G Quick Review: A Snapshot Of Its Pros And Cons
Vivo V30 Pro Display Review
Adorning a tall 6.78-inch 3D curved screen, the Vivo V30 Pro offers the best-in-class viewing experience. The panel integrated is AMOLED which combined with the large screen size and top-notch specs elevates the overall viewing experience. The screen on the Vivo V30 Pro comes with and FHD+ resolution and has HDR10+ certification, and 10-bit color depth.
It also supports a refresh rate of 120Hz with which you can not only experience smoother touch response but also better frame transitions with extensive graphics. The viewing experience on this Vivo V series phone has been immersive throughout. The colors are accurate and the panel doesn’t produce dilapidated blacks enhancing the viewing experience with dark shows and movies. Detailing is top notch with the display and sharpness is adequate. There are several tweaks that can be done using the Display settings.
You can toggle between different screen color settings where the Default option delivers fairly good output overall. The Pro options makes adjustments to the screen output by analyzing the content type, whereas, the Bright mode improves the brightness levels of the screen for clear outdoor visibility. Now, this brings us to the V30 Pro’s screen performance under direct sunlight. Well, with up to 2800 nits peak brightness, this phone has least visibility issues when you are out on a bright sunny day.
The V30 Pro is also ideal to stream content via OTT platforms and . You will get a rich viewing experience when the media is being streamed at Netflix, Amazon Prime, Videos, Disney+ Hotstar, and other apps. The same can be said for gaming too. The V30 Pro’s screen is apt for both moderate and high-end games.
Also Read: Moto G04 Review: Is Motorola’s Latest Budget Phone Worth Your Bucks?
Vivo V30 Pro Camera Review
Camera hardware and performance is the undeniably the best highlight of the V30 Pro. The primary setup has been revised with a 50MP triple-lens setup. The upgraded hardware now has a 50MP main sensor which is a Sony IMX920 lens with an f/1.88 aperture and OIS (Optical Image Stabilization). This main sensor is further accompanied by another 50MP sensor which captures ultra-wide frames with 119° FoV and AF (auto focus). Lastly, a 50MP portrait sensor is also present for the bokeh effects.
The output offered by the 50MP trio is top notch and it’s by far one of the most versatile camera phones that have debuted in 2024. And after reviewing Vivo’s flagship X100 Pro we had high hopes with the V30 Pro’s imaging performance. Surely, we weren’t let down with the quality. The V30 Pro’s primary camera hardware makes sure the detailing is of high-quality.
As you can see in the camera samples here, the camera setup captures stunning details in different background scenarios. The dynamic range is high with the captured shots. Edge detection is also to the point which is impressive. You can toggle through a variety of camera modes from the camera app itself.
Th V30 Pro also does a good job with capturing images in zoom. Take a look above for the camera zoom performance. You will be able to see less distortion with the 10x zoom. Thanks to the large primary camera sensor the details aren’t compromised even if you click images with 10x or above zoom.
Also Read: Vivo V29 Pro Review: A Camera-Centric Smartphone Worth Considering
Vivo V30 Pro Performance Review
Under its hood, the Vivo V30 Pro has the MediaTek’s latest octa-core premium mid-range chipset — the Dimensity 8200. Vivo has used the upgraded chipset for better performance delivery. The premium mid-tier SoC is paired up with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage space. But wait, there’s an additional up to 12GB RAM (virtual) which does improves the performance output overall.
The Vivo V30 Pro offers more refined user experience when you perform a variety of tasks. This phone has been handling extensive operations with ease. This improved performance did grab our attention since we were expecting slight hiccups here and there. Surprisingly, the V30 Pro turned out to be quicker with app load and boot.
We also didn’t face any laggy or slow response when there were multiple apps including games running in the background and we had to switch between them. Thanks to the high capacity RAM (both physical and virtual combined), the V30 Pro is able to throw a consistent performance while multitasking.
The V30 Pro also gets a large vapor chamber which helps with stabilizing the temperature levels. Even if you are using this handset for prolonged media consumption or gaming, there isn’t any prominent heating issue that you will come across.
For storage requirements, you can select the suitable model offering 256GB or 512GB built-in memory. This space is ample and once can easily store large-sized files including images, videos, and other documents.
Vivo ships the V30 Pro with Android 14 OS and has layered it with the new FunTouch OS interface on top. While Vivo has massively cut down on bloatware with the V30 Pro, it isn’t entirely free of it yet. However, the experience overall while using the new UI is better than the previous-gen models. The UI also has minimum ads now and is promised to receive up to four years of security patch updates.
Also Read: Vivo X100 Pro Review After One Month Use: Truly Redefines Smartphone Photography
Battery Backup
Rounding off Vivo V30 Pro’s hardware-sheet is the 5,000 mAh battery pack. The large battery size is efficient in terms of power delivery and easily lasts almost an entire day if the usage is moderate. With the supported 80W fast charger, the Vivo V30 Pro’s battery gets a full charge in less than an hour, while a 50 percent charge from 0 percent takes less than 30 minutes. Do note that with extensive usage, the V30 Pro’s battery pack delivers significantly lower backup. Specifically when the display brightness, audio levels are set to max for long.
Also Read: Oppo Reno 11 5G Smartphone Review: Is The Stylish Design Backed By Performance?
Vivo V30 Pro Final Verdict
Vivo V30 Pro is loaded with a solid spec-sheet which allows it to outperform some of the top contenders in its league. But what steals the show here is the V30 Pro’s refined photography. This phone is designed to please the shutterbugs. It’s 50MP camera island at the rear along with the Aura light stands out from the competition. The V30 Pro gets our special recommendation for being the best-in-class camera phone under Rs. 50,000 price range.
