BQ Aquaris X5 Plus
$220
Overview
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 652 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3200 mAh battery.
Priced at $220, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus
The display of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus features 4 rear cameras: 16 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus has 3200mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus is powered by the Snapdragon 652 chipset with Adreno 510 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 80000.
The memory of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus weighs 145.0g with Plastic frame and matte plastic back. Dimensions measure 145 x 70 x 7.7 mm (5.71 x 2.76 x 0.30 in).
The software of BQ Aquaris X5 Plus runs Android 11 with Stock Android. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BQ Aquaris X5 Plus
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus with Snapdragon 652 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, BQ Aquaris X5 Plus supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus has a 3200mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus at $220 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BQ Aquaris X5 Plus has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The BQ Aquaris X5 Plus delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 652
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $350 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145 x 70 x 7.7 mm (5.71 x 2.76 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight (g) | 145.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | matte plastic |
| Colors | ["Blue", "other colours"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 405 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 67.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Dinorex glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 11 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 652 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 510 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X8 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 80000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 4 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.72" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX298 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4.0" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3200 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic battery management |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, manual |
| 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!