GT 30 5G vs 12+ 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The GT 30 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: GT 30 5G 72 · 12+ 5G 68 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The GT 30 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 7400 is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
5,500mAh vs 5,000mAh — the GT 30 5G lasts longer between charges.
The GT 30 5G is supported until Aug 2028 — 5 months longer than the 12+ 5G.
Overall value goes to the GT 30 5G at $9.43 per month of safe use.
Full spec table
| Spec | GT 30 5G | 12+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $240 | $215 |
| Display | 6.78-inch LTPS AMOLED, 1.5K, 144Hz, Gorilla Glass 7i | 6.67-inch curved AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, up to 2000 nits peak |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 (6nm) |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB/256GB |
| Battery | 5,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 67W wired SUPERVOOC |
| Rear cameras | 64MP main, 8MP ultra-wide | 50MP main, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro |
| Dimensions | 163.7 x 75.8 x 8.0 mm | 162.3 × 75.1 × 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 187 g | 190 g |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP54 |
| Supported until | Aug 2028 | Mar 2028 |
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