GT 30 5G vs 13 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 3 points overall, so it depends on you: keep phones for years → 13 5G (supported until Sep 2028); want maximum speed → GT 30 5G (MediaTek Dimensity 7400).
Value Score: GT 30 5G 72 · 13 5G 69 — 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.
The GT 30 5G has the stronger camera system (2 real rear lenses vs 1).
5,500mAh vs 5,000mAh — the GT 30 5G lasts longer between charges.
Both phones' support windows end around the same time.
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Full spec table
| Spec | GT 30 5G | 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $240 | $160 |
| Display | 6.78-inch LTPS AMOLED, 1.5K, 144Hz, Gorilla Glass 7i | 6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB/256GB |
| Battery | 5,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 45W wired |
| Rear cameras | 64MP main, 8MP ultra-wide | 50MP main |
| Dimensions | 163.7 x 75.8 x 8.0 mm | 165.6 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 187 g | 190 g |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP64 |
| Supported until | Aug 2028 | Sep 2028 |
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