Huawei P30 Lite vs Huawei P30 Pro
Our Verdict: These are two phones from the same range, with the P30 Pro sitting above the P30 Lite. There's more battery in the Pro, 4200mAh to 3340mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Pro has the bigger screen at 6.5" against 6", while the Lite has the sharper one at 425 PPI. The Pro goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Lite tops out at 256GB, and the Pro uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the Lite's LCD. Get the Pro if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the Lite covers the basics for less.
If you'd rather pay up front, the Lite is the cheaper buy at £100 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.6
17 reviews
Prices updated 15 July 2026
Huawei P30 Lite
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Huawei P30 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 10 reviews |
4.6 17 reviews |
| Screen | 6" | 6.47" |
| Display | IPS LCD | OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2312 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 425 | 398 |
| Rear Camera | 40 Megapixels | 40 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Hisilicon Kirin 710 | HiSilicon Kirin 980 |
| Battery | 3,340 mAh | 4,200 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX HD | 5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE |
| Dimensions | 152.9 x 72.7 x 7.4 mm | 158 x 73.4 x 8.41 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £99.99 | £175.00 |
| Prices updated 15 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Huawei P30 Lite or Huawei P30 Pro?
The Huawei P30 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Huawei P30 Lite's 6", the Huawei P30 Lite has the sharper display at 425 pixels per inch versus 398, and the Huawei P30 Lite uses a IPS LCD panel while the Huawei P30 Pro has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Huawei P30 Lite or Huawei P30 Pro?
The Huawei P30 Lite features a 40 Megapixels rear camera, while the Huawei P30 Pro has a 40 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Huawei P30 Lite or Huawei P30 Pro?
The Huawei P30 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £99.99.
What storage options are available for the Huawei P30 Lite and Huawei P30 Pro?
The Huawei P30 Lite is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Huawei P30 Pro comes in 128GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Huawei P30 Lite and Huawei P30 Pro use?
The Huawei P30 Lite is powered by the Hisilicon Kirin 710, while the Huawei P30 Pro uses the HiSilicon Kirin 980.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Huawei P30 Lite or Huawei P30 Pro?
The Huawei P30 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 33g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152.9 x 72.7 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Huawei P30 Lite or Huawei P30 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Huawei P30 Lite and Huawei P30 Pro run?
Both phones run Android.