OnePlus Nord 2T vs Samsung Galaxy A30
The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Samsung Galaxy A30 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904; estimated prices are $380 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads — 28/100 vs 12/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the OnePlus Nord 2T has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A30 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 190g).
OnePlus Nord 2T
Samsung Galaxy A30
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 5/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 165g vs 190g
- Cheaper: $220 vs $380
- Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 62/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Samsung Galaxy A30, the OnePlus Nord 2T scores 16 points higher (28/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (37/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 leads (95/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (37/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (93/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2T | Samsung Galaxy A30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Samsung Exynos 7904 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 241600 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 330 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 975 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 165 g | |
| Price | $380 | $220 |
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A30
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $160. Samsung Galaxy A30 is cheaper by $160.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (37/100 vs 5/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (39/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (93/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy A30?
The OnePlus Nord 2T is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A30 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Samsung Galaxy A30?
The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Samsung Galaxy A30 — 12/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Samsung Galaxy A30?
The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 5/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Samsung Galaxy A30?
The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A30 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.