Overall Score
57.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4098)57.2
Performance(#4040)60.3
Camera(#1932)45.5
Display(#3079)70.5
Battery(#4073)43.5
Build(#2824)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BQ Aquaris X5 Plus
Short Review
- The BQ Aquaris X5 Plus features a sleek design with dimensions of 145 x 70 x 7.7 mm and a weight of 145g, available in Black and White/Rose Gold.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP rear camera capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- The 3200 mAh battery supports daily usage but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0.1, it can be upgraded to 7.1.1, offering a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- Although it lacks stereo speakers, it retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the BQ Aquaris X5 Plus combines solid specifications with a stylish build.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionDinorex glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 510
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.12µm, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0"
Video Recording4K@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions145 x 70 x 7.7 mm (5.71 x 2.76 x 0.30 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White/Rose Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes