If you make a living (or at least a side income) from Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikTok videos, or just love posting flawless selfies every single day, the VIVO V30 at Rs. 33999 feels tailor-made for you. I’ve been using it as my daily driver for the past three weeks and I can confidently say — in the sub-35k segment right now, nothing comes close to the front-camera experience this phone delivers.
Let’s be honest: most phones in this price range treat the selfie camera as an afterthought. VIVO flipped that script with the V30. The 50 MP front camera paired with Aura Light ring flash is legitimately one of the best selfie setups you can buy without crossing into flagship territory.
Design & First Impressions – Made for Content Creators
The moment you hold the VIVO V30, you realize it’s built for people who are always in front of the camera. At 7.45 mm thin and 185.5 g, it’s one of the slimmest and lightest phones with a curved AMOLED display. The back panel has a beautiful dual-tone finish (I’m using the Classic Black variant) that shifts subtly under light — looks premium without screaming for attention.
The curved 6.78-inch 120 Hz 3D curved AMOLED screen is stunning — 2800 nits peak brightness, HDR10+, 100% DCI-P3 coverage. When you’re reviewing footage or editing Reels on CapCut or VN, the colors are accurate and vibrant even outdoors. The in-display fingerprint scanner is fast and reliable, and the stereo speakers get surprisingly loud and clear for watching reference videos.
IP54 rating means you don’t have to panic if you’re shooting in light drizzle or dusty locations — practical for outdoor vloggers.
The Star – 50 MP Selfie Camera + Aura Light
This is why most people are buying the V30.
Front camera specs:
- 50 MP Samsung JN1 sensor
- f/2.0 aperture
- Aura Light ring flash (dual-tone adjustable)
- Supports 4K 30 fps selfie video
- AI Face Beauty, Group Selfie, Night Selfie mode
Real-world performance is where it shines.
- Daylight selfies: Sharp, detailed, natural skin tones, no over-sharpening
- Low-light selfies: Aura Light creates soft, even illumination — no harsh shadows, no washed-out face. Night selfies actually look good, not just “usable”.
- Portrait selfies: Excellent edge detection, creamy bokeh, adjustable blur after shot
- Video selfies: 4K 30 fps with decent stabilization — perfect for talking-head Reels and vlogs
- Group selfies: 92° wide-angle mode captures more friends without distortion
I shot a few comparison videos at night with friends — the V30’s selfies looked noticeably cleaner and brighter than my previous phone (a 2024 mid-ranger from another brand). The Aura Light is subtle but effective — it mimics professional ring lights without looking artificial in the frame.
Rear Camera – More Than Just a Supporting Act
While the selfie cam steals the show, the rear setup holds its own.
Rear triple camera:
- 50 MP Sony IMX920 main (OIS + EIS)
- 50 MP ultra-wide (119° FOV)
- 2 MP depth sensor
Daylight shots are sharp with good dynamic range and VIVO’s warm color science. Ultra-wide maintains color consistency surprisingly well. Low-light performance is solid thanks to OIS — street food, neon signs, indoor events all come out clean. 4K 60 fps video recording with good stabilization makes it reliable for vlog B-roll.
Portrait mode on rear is impressive — accurate subject separation and natural bokeh.
Battery & Charging – Never Miss a Shot
4600 mAh battery + 80W FlashCharge.
My daily routine as a content creator:
- 7–8 hrs screen-on time (camera heavy usage, social media, editing apps, 4K video recording)
- 2–3 hrs of active shooting + uploading
- Still ends the day with 20–30% left
80W charging is insanely fast — 0–50% in ~18 minutes, full charge in ~38–42 minutes. You can top up during a quick coffee break and head back to shooting without worry.
Performance – Smooth Enough for Creators
Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset + up to 12 GB RAM + extended RAM.
- Editing in CapCut, VN, Lightroom Mobile – no lag even with 4K timelines
- Multitasking (10–12 apps open) feels fluid
- Light to medium gaming (BGMI high 60 fps, COD Mobile very high) – no thermal throttling in 45-min sessions
- 5G connectivity stable, Wi-Fi 6 support
OriginOS 4 (Android 14) is loaded with creator tools — screen recording with internal audio, floating windows for quick edits, smart photo editor. Some bloatware exists but most can be uninstalled.
Quick Comparison Table – VIVO V30 vs Key Rivals (Sub-40k)
| Feature | VIVO V30 (Rs. 33,999) | iQOO Z9s Pro (Rs. 29,999) | Realme 13 Pro+ (Rs. 32,999) | Motorola Edge 50 Pro (Rs. 31,999) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie Camera | 50 MP + Aura Light | 16 MP | 32 MP | 50 MP |
| Main Camera | 50 MP OIS IMX920 | 50 MP OIS | 50 MP OIS periscope | 50 MP OIS |
| Battery & Charging | 4600 mAh + 80W | 5500 mAh + 80W | 5200 mAh + 80W | 4500 mAh + 125W |
| Display | 6.78″ Curved AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.77″ AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.7″ Curved AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.7″ Curved pOLED 144 Hz |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 |
| Software Updates | 2 OS + 3 yrs security | 2 OS + 3 yrs security | 2 OS + 3 yrs security | 3 OS + 4 yrs security |
Performance & Battery Quick Chart (Real-World Averages)
Selfie Low-Light Quality (subjective score out of 10):
VIVO V30: ██████████ 9.5/10
Realme 13 Pro+: ████████░░ 8/10
Motorola Edge 50 Pro: ███████░░░ 7.5/10
Daily Screen-On Time (mixed creator usage):
VIVO V30: █████████░ 7.5–8.5 hrs
iQOO Z9s Pro: ██████████ 8–9 hrs
Realme 13 Pro+: ████████░░ 7–8 hrs
Charging Speed (0–100% time):
VIVO V30: ██████████ ~40 min
Motorola Edge 50 Pro: ███████████ ~28 min (125W)
Realme 13 Pro+: █████████░ ~40 min
Who Should Buy the VIVO V30 at Rs. 33,999?
- Vloggers and Reels/TikTok creators who shoot 70%+ content with front camera
- Beauty & fashion influencers needing perfect skin tones and soft lighting
- Social media professionals who post daily selfies/stories
- Young creators who want premium curved AMOLED + fast charging on a budget
- Anyone upgrading from older phones and prioritising camera over raw gaming power
If you’re mostly into heavy gaming or want the absolute longest battery without caring about selfies, you might look at iQOO or Realme alternatives. But if the front camera is your main tool, the V30 is currently unbeatable in this price bracket.
After three weeks, I can say the VIVO V30 has become my go-to for quick Reels and night selfies. The Aura Light, 50 MP sensor, and fast charging make it feel like a creator-focused device disguised as a mid-ranger. At Rs. 33,999, it’s not just good value — it’s one of the smartest buys for anyone serious about mobile content creation right now.
