BLU R2 LTE
#5147
Lava Icon
#6333Category Breakdown
BLU R2 LTE
Lava Icon
Performance
49.639.6
Camera
26.519.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
24.221.8
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
39.931.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
29.124.2
Summary
- The BLU R2 LTE features a slightly larger 5.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Lava Icon has a 5.0-inch display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of approximately 294 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the BLU R2 LTE is powered by a Mediatek MT6737 chipset with a quad-core Cortex-A53 CPU, compared to the Lava Icon's Cortex-A7 CPU, which may offer slightly lower performance.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Lava Icon supports autofocus and can record video at 1080p, whereas the BLU R2 LTE records at 720p.
- The BLU R2 LTE has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the Lava Icon's 2500 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Software-wise, the BLU R2 LTE runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, providing a more updated experience than the Lava Icon's Android 4.4.2 KitKat.
- In terms of build quality, the BLU R2 LTE is heavier and thicker than the Lava Icon, which is lighter and slimmer.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU R2 LTE
Lava Icon
General
Release Date
2017
2015
Announced
2017
2015
Description
N/A
For India
Display
Size
5.2"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
N/A
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-T720
N/A
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash
Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
13 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Features
dual-LED dual-tone flash
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
150.3 x 74.3 x 9.6 mm (5.92 x 2.93 x 0.38 in)
143.4 x 70.6 x 7.7 mm (5.65 x 2.78 x 0.30 in)
Weight
156 g
143 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity