Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4667)56.4
Performance(#4526)60.3
Camera(#4322)42.4
Display(#4855)70.5
Battery(#8145)43.5
Build(#6567)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Vivo 5R
Short Review
- The BLU Vivo 5R features a sleek design with dimensions of 154.5 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 166g, available in Gray and Gold colors.
- It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp viewing experience at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6753 chipset, an octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with PDAF and an 8 MP front camera, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.
- The battery capacity is 3150mAh, supporting standard charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software offers a user-friendly experience, although it may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device also features a microUSB 2.0 port for data transfer and charging.
- While lacking advanced features like OIS in the camera and HDR in the display, it provides essential functionalities for everyday use.
- Overall, the BLU Vivo 5R is a solid choice for users seeking a reliable smartphone with decent specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6753 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP3
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3150 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3150 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions154.5 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm (6.08 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight166 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes