iPhone 13 mini vs LG V30: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 13 mini
LG V30
Too close to call: 1 of 8 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6464
- CameraTie7272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 13 mini6040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityLG V306365
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueTie6868
- LG V30 has the bigger battery3,300 mAh vs 2,438 mAh
- iPhone 13 mini charges faster20W vs 18W
- LG V30 has a sharper main camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- LG V30 has the bigger screen6" vs 5.4"
- iPhone 13 mini is lighter140 g vs 158 g
- iPhone 13 mini launched cheaper$699 vs $799
- iPhone 13 mini has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 5 MP
- iPhone 13 mini has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 13 mini and LG V30 are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 13 mini for its faster charging (20W vs 18W) and lighter body (140 g vs 158 g), or the LG V30 for its bigger battery (3,300 mAh vs 2,438 mAh) and sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12 MP).
Lighter: 140 g vs 158 g (18 g less) · Lower launch price: $699 vs $799
Larger battery: 3,300 mAh vs 2,438 mAh · Larger display: 6" vs 5.4"
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 13 mini or LG V30?
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 13 mini for its faster charging (20W vs 18W) and lighter body (140 g vs 158 g), or the LG V30 for its bigger battery (3,300 mAh vs 2,438 mAh) and sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12 MP). BeastScore: iPhone 13 mini 64.8/100, LG V30 64.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 13 mini and LG V30?
iPhone 13 mini has a 5.4-inch display and 2438 mAh battery. LG V30 has a 6-inch display and 3300 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 13 mini and LG V30 compare for speed?
iPhone 13 mini scores 64/100 for performance; LG V30 scores 64/100.
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