Overall Score
47.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#2597)47.7
Performance(#3558)66.8
Camera(#1232)65.9
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4431)25.4
Build(#1459)74.9
Connectivity(#1959)66.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The BQ Aquaris X2 features a sleek design with dimensions of 150.7 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 163g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass, a plastic back, and an aluminum frame.
- Its 5.65-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing a sharp pixel density of approximately 427 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and Adreno 509 GPU, with options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM and 32GB or 64GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes a 12 MP rear camera with dual pixel PDAF and a secondary 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 3100mAh capacity, with 18W fast charging but no wireless charging option.
- Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo) with Android One, the software experience is streamlined and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C, enhancing versatility.
- The phone is available in Carbon Black and Sand Gold colors, though it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the BQ Aquaris X2 combines solid build quality, decent performance, and a capable camera in a compact form factor.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.65"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~427 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 509
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.8", 1.29µm, dual pixel PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions150.7 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm (5.93 x 2.85 x 0.33 in)
Weight163 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsCarbon Black, Sand Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Android One
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass