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I recommend this OnePlus phone over other budget Androids – and it’s $100 off

OnePlus Nord N30

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Midrange smartphones like the OnePlus Nord N30 are a nice alternative to high-end devices like the OnePlus 13. They provide a premium experience without the exorbitant cost. And now, thanks to a new Amazon Prime Day deal, this already affordable phone is even cheaper.

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Right now, the OnePlus Nord N30 is on sale for $200 on Amazon, a sizable 33% discount. Be aware that the device only comes in a single configuration. It has 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage space, and in Chromatic Gray; however, you can expand your storage through a microSD card.

OnePlus’ Nord N30 is a top-notch midrange smartphone that launched in 2023. In his review, ZDNET’s Matthew Miller praised the mobile device’s features. The N30 sports a high-resolution 6.72-inch AMOLED touchscreen with an adaptive refresh rate of 120Hz. All this tech ensures the display consistently outputs vibrant images and fluid videos for immersive media consumption.

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It runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, which isn’t the most powerful chipset in the world. However, when combined with the “fairly stock OxygenOS UI,” it delivers a smooth performance. Phone calls sound “perfect,” as noted by Miller, and the camera system is decent for its price range. Just don’t expect it to compete with flagship smartphones.

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How I rated this deal

As per ZDNET’s rating system, I give this OnePlus Nord N30 a near-perfect score of 4/5. $100 off on a $300 smartphone is a fantastic deal. I would recommend this mobile device even at full price, and here, we have a full third of its price chopped off in one fell swoop. I’m actually considering picking this up myself. If you’re in the market for a new phone, consider this model.

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