today there aren't many good 5G phones available below 15,000 rupees. Yes, there are plenty of phones launched in the price range of 20,000 and 25,000 rupees, but there aren't many options under 15,000 rupees.
However, to bridge that gap, the Infinix Note 30 5G has come into the picture, my friends.
1. Infinix note 30 Design
Let me tell you about the design of this phone. It offers various elements that give it a unique appearance.

The frame of the phone has a boxy shape, and it has a glossy finish. The back panel has a matte finish. The camera module is rectangular in shape and has large lenses. Summing up all these elements, I found the design quite interesting, especially considering its price of 15,000 rupees. The designers have also given it an IP53 rating, which is an appreciable feature.Now, let's talk about some basic features. On the side, there is a fingerprint scanner, which works well. The phone also has a headphone jack, which is a good addition. One thing that stands out in this phone is that, generally, in the 15,000 rupees price range, brands provide only one speaker, a mono speaker. However, this phone has dual speakers, including a JBL tuned speaker, which I found very interesting.To add on, apart from the design, I liked that this phone has a triple slot, allowing you to use two SIM cards and a micro SD card simultaneously. Moreover, this phone also has NFC, which is a rare feature in this price segment.
2. Infinix note 30 Display
When we talk about the display,
it has a brightness of 580 nits. The display itself is a 6.78-inch FHD+ IPS LTPS display, and it offers a fast refresh rate of 120Hz. Additionally, it has a touch sampling rate of 240Hz. Overall, the display is quite good, and considering the price, it offers great value for money.
3. Infinix note 30 Software
When it comes to software, this device runs on XOS version 13 based on Android 13. It will also receive an update for Android 14 in the future. The software provides 2 years of security updates. Overall, the software has a slightly cartoonish appearance, but it has improved significantly compared to previous versions. I had a conversation with the top-level Infinix team, and they mentioned that they are continuously working on further improving the software based on user feedback. They have made significant improvements, and I found that quite impressive. Previously, there used to be excessive ads, but now they have been reduced significantly. The software is clean and I haven't noticed any major bugs.
4. Infinix note 30 Performance
The performance of this device is quite good. On paper,
it has an Antutu score of around 405,000 to 410,000, which is very decent for a phone in the price range of 15,000 rupees. Even in gaming, you should not have any problems playing games like Call of Duty at low to medium settings. It will run smoothly like butter. However, if you play games on high settings, you may experience some frame drops, but if you stick to medium settings, you will enjoy a smooth gaming experience.I would also like to mention one thing about gaming. If you are gaming while charging and you notice that the battery is draining, this device supports bypass charging. This means that when you charge the phone, the power will directly go to the motherboard instead of going through the battery. So, the battery will not deplete or drain significantly during charging. Generally, this feature is found in flagship-level gaming phones, and this device includes that feature.
5. Infinix note 30 Camera
When it comes to the camera,
you will find a 108-megapixel main camera and two additional 2-megapixel cameras, which can be considered as auxiliary or depth cameras. These extra cameras are primarily used for providing additional features and depth information. This phone indeed has a triple camera setup.Additionally, there is a 16-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calls. Overall, the camera setup seemed good to me, and I didn't notice any major issues. However, there could be some room for improvement in terms of white balance adjustment, but it's not a significant problem.
6. Infinix note 30 Battery
This phone supports 45W fast charging, and it comes with a 5000mAh battery capacity. What's interesting is that it also supports PD 3.0 charging. This means that if you have a PD charger, you can use it to achieve 45W fast charging as well. In fact, this phone also supports bypass charging, which is useful when you're gaming and need to use the device while it's charging. In bypass charging mode, the battery doesn't charge; instead, the power goes directly to the phone, helping to control heat generation. I mentioned this feature earlier as well. So, you have the flexibility to use different charging options and also enjoy gaming without excessive heating.
Conclusion
Considering the perspective of 5G, this phone offers a wide range of supported bands, which is a notable feature. Overall, I have no doubt that this phone is quite impressive, especially considering its value for money proposition. However, there seems to be a compromise in the software department. In the price range of 15,000 rupees, this phone offers a great deal. I would like to hear your thoughts on this phone as well, so please feel free to comment. We appreciate your trust in our commitment to quality. Until next time, Tata bye bye!