Black Black Shark 2
$376.46
Overview
Black Black Shark 2 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.39-inch AMOLED, Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, 48 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $376.46, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Black Black Shark 2
The display of Black Black Shark 2 measures 6.39 inches with AMOLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 430 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 resolution.
The camera system of Black Black Shark 2 features 2 rear cameras: 48 main, 13MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 3840x2160 @ 30 fps.
The battery of Black Black Shark 2 has 4000mAh capacity with 27 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 75 min minutes.
The performance of Black Black Shark 2 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset with Adreno 640 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 343460.
The memory of Black Black Shark 2 offers 12GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Black Black Shark 2 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of Black Black Shark 2 weighs 205g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 163.6 x 75 x 8.8 mm.
The software of Black Black Shark 2 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, JoyUI 11. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Black Black Shark 2
Yes, Black Black Shark 2 is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Black Black Shark 2 is excellent for gaming with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Black Black Shark 2 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Black Black Shark 2 supports 5G connectivity with Sub-6GHz bands for fast mobile data. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Black Black Shark 2 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Black Black Shark 2 at $376.46 is a mid-range device offering Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Black Black Shark 2 supports 27 wired charging with full charge in approximately 75 min minutes.
Black Black Shark 2 is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Black Black Shark 2 has a 6.39-inch AMOLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 430 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Black Black Shark 2 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.39"
Main Camera
48
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n78, n79 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $376.46 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.6 x 75 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 205 |
| Build Materials | Back: Aluminium |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "Silver", "Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | liquid cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.39 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 430 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, JoyUI 11 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 7 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 380 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X24 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 343460 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.0 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 48 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX586 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 1.75mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 125° |
| Telephoto | 12MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 3840x2160 @ 30 fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, HEVC |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | ESS Sabre HiFi 9018 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 27 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 38 min |
| Full Charge Time | 75 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 27 |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App locker, Private space |
| Accessibility | color inversion, font size, screen reader |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB-C cable, manual, SIM tool |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Black Black Shark 2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Black Black Shark 2 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Battery life could be better
- - No wireless charging