OnePlus Nord N30 5G

Nice in-hand feel Headphone jack and expandable storage 120Hz display looks great Good, reliable performance 50W charger in the box

Bland, smudge-prone design Very poor camera quality Only promised a single OS update

The Nord N30 5G doesn't have a great camera or a good update policy, but for just $300, it's one of the better phones you can get at this price.

Thin, attractive design and sturdy build quality.

No OnePlus alert slider.

However, having said all that, we still don't think the Nord N30 5G is a disappointment. Seeing how the US market has limited options in this price range, the Nord N30 does have a fairly decent market standing. We wouldn't recommend you actively go out...

High-resolution camera Good performance 120Hz display

Middling battery life No IP rating

Anyone in the market for a $300 smartphone should shortlist the OnePlus Nord N30 5G. It packs a fantastic camera, solid real-world performance, and a nice, bright display.

Two-day battery life. Good performance. Nice 120-Hz screen. Loud stereo speakers. Includes a headphone jack, microSD slot, and NFC for contactless payments. Speedy charging. Works on all major US carriers. Three years of security updates.

Cameras don't impress. Will get only one OS update. Screen downgrade from its predecessor. Weak haptics.

Great performance from Snapdragon 695 chipset ; Battery goes at least a day, often longer ; Fast charging for a quick emergency boost

Uneven camera performance ; Screen lacks contrast, can be hard to see in direct sunlight ; Only scheduled for one OS upgrade

That said, if the Pixel 6A isn’t quite within reach or T-Mobile is offering you a free N30, I think it’s a fine option. It’s a lot of phone for the money — even if it’s not quite everything it could be.

The screen is nice and large ; Decent chipset ; All day battery life

Worse biometrics than its predecessor ; Cameras aren't great ; The audio isn't what it claims to be

Truly fast charging ; Large 120Hz refresh rate screen ; NFC for contactless payments

Mixed photography ; Short software update timeline

Still, the Nord N30 delivers in other ways, chiefly its superb battery and expansive display that also supports a fast-refresh rate. If you'd rather have a long-lasting device than a more consistent camera phone, the Nord N30 is an excellent choice...