BLU R2
#5511
Lava Pixel V1
#6080Category Breakdown
BLU R2
Lava Pixel V1
Performance
41.747.3
Camera
30.219.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
24.222.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
28.328.6
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
27.525.3
Summary
- The BLU R2 features a 5.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Lava Pixel V1 has a slightly larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution.
- In terms of performance, the BLU R2 is equipped with a Mediatek MT6580 chipset and 1GB of RAM, whereas the Lava Pixel V1 offers 2GB of RAM, enhancing multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera and support 1080p video recording, but the Lava Pixel V1 includes autofocus and software interpolation for improved image quality.
- The BLU R2 has a 3000 mAh battery, providing longer usage time compared to the 2560 mAh battery of the Lava Pixel V1.
- Software-wise, the BLU R2 runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, while the Lava Pixel V1 originally shipped with Android 5.1.1 but is upgradable to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, offering a more modern experience.
- In terms of build quality, the BLU R2 is heavier at 156g compared to the lighter 135g of the Lava Pixel V1, which may affect portability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU R2
Lava Pixel V1
General
Release Date
2017
2015
Announced
2017
2015
Description
N/A
For India
Display
Size
5.2"
5.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
N/A
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.3 GHz
GPU
Mali-400MP2
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP, AF (13 MP via SW interpolation)
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
8 MP
5 MP, 8 MP via SW interpolation
Front Camera Features
dual-LED dual-tone flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2560 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 2560 mAh, 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)
152.1 x 76.3 x 8.5 mm (5.99 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Weight
156 g
135 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
White, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 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
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 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), Android One
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity