The V30 Pro launched in India in March 2024 and was the first V-series phone to carry Zeiss-branded optics, previously reserved for Vivo's X flagships. It added a 50 MP 2x portrait telephoto camera and the Dimensity 8200 chip, positioning it against the Oppo Reno 11 Pro, OnePlus 12R and Samsung Galaxy A55 for buyers focused on photography.
The 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display offers 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, with good brightness. The Dimensity 8200 handled gaming and multitasking smoothly, though the OnePlus 12R's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 was clearly faster. The slim body still housed a 5,000 mAh battery, and the large Aura light returned. IP54 protection was modest for the price.
All three rear cameras are 50 MP: a main sensor with OIS, an ultrawide and a 2x portrait telephoto, with Zeiss colour profiles and bokeh styles. Portraits were the standout, rivalling more expensive phones. The 50 MP autofocus selfie camera is excellent. The 5,000 mAh battery with 80W charging lasts a day. Buyers choosing between this and the OnePlus 12R traded performance for portrait quality.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 41,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | March 2024 |
| Segment | Upper mid-range |
| Display | 6.78-inch, Curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1260 x 2800 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main with OIS + 50 MP ultrawide + 50 MP 2x portrait telephoto |
| Front camera | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP54 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Andaman Blue, Classic Black |
What we like
- Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP cameras
- Excellent portrait telephoto
- Slim design with 5,000 mAh battery
- 50 MP autofocus selfie camera
What could be better
- Slower than the OnePlus 12R
- Only IP54 rating
- Funtouch OS clutter
Who should buy it
Portrait-focused buyers who want Zeiss tuning below flagship prices.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (March 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.