Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3850)57.5
Performance(#4044)60.3
Camera(#3535)42.4
Display(#3088)70.5
Battery(#3023)51.0
Build(#2832)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BQ Aquaris M5.5
Short Review
- The BQ Aquaris M5.5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 151.8 x 75.5 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 162g, available in black and white.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 chipset with an octa-core CPU and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, ensuring decent multitasking capabilities.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while a 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3620 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on Android 5.1.1, it is upgradable to 7.0 Nougat, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The device does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the BQ Aquaris M5.5 combines solid specifications with a functional design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
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✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3620 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3620 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.8 x 75.5 x 8.4 mm (5.98 x 2.97 x 0.33 in)
Weight162 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes