Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6118)54.5
Performance(#9065)54.3
Camera(#5820)42.1
Display(#4846)70.5
Battery(#8127)43.5
Build(#6551)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU R1 HD
Short Review
- The BLU R1 HD features a compact design with dimensions of 143.5 x 72 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 142 grams, making it easy to handle.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6735 chipset, with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Mali-T720 GPU, supported by options of 1GB or 2GB RAM.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps and a 5 MP front camera for selfies.
- Battery life is sustained by a 2500 mAh capacity, though it lacks fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a 3.5mm headphone jack.
- The build is simple, available in Midnight Black, without any water resistance features.
- Overall, the BLU R1 HD is a basic smartphone that meets essential needs without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6735 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720
Memory8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions143.5 x 72 x 8.7 mm (5.65 x 2.83 x 0.34 in)
Weight142 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes