BLU R2 Plus specifications

5.50" IPS LCD1080×192013MP Camera3000mAhMT6753 28.00nm8-core @ 1.7 GHz3 GB RAM
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The BLU R2 Plus is a 2017 budget Android smartphone offering a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display and dual 13MP cameras at an entry-level price point. Powered by the MediaTek MT6753 with 3GB RAM, it handles everyday tasks adequately while dual SIM support and a rear fingerprint sensor add useful everyday convenience. MicroSD expansion up to 256GB helps offset the limited base storage.

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Strengths

  • Pro: 5.5" 1080p Full HD display at an entry-level price
  • Pro: Dual 13MP cameras — rear and front — for selfie-focused users
  • Pro: 3GB RAM handles everyday multitasking reasonably well
  • Pro: Rear fingerprint sensor for convenient unlocking
  • Pro: Dual SIM with microSD expansion up to 256GB

Weaknesses

  • Con: MT6753 chipset struggles with demanding apps and gaming
  • Con: 3000mAh battery provides only mediocre endurance on a 5.5" display
  • Con: BLU's software update support track record is unreliable
  • Con: No NFC for contactless payments
  • Con: Build quality reflects its budget price point

Full Specifications

Display

5.50"
Screen Size
2.1MP
Resolution
Size
5.50 inches
Resolution
1080 x 1920 pixels
Aspect Ratio
9:16
Pixel Density
401 ppi
Technology
IPS LCD
Touchscreen
yes, Multi-touch

Chipset & Memory

MT6753
Chipset
28nm
Process
3GB
RAM
Chipset
MT6753 (28nm)
Manufacturer
MediaTek
Process
28 nm
GPU
Mali-T720 MP3
RAM
3 GB
Storage
32 GB

Camera

13MP
Main Camera
13MP
Front Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/f/2.0
Main Camera Features
Autofocus
Front Camera
13 MP

Battery

3000 mAh
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh

Design

167g
Weight
155.7x77x9.2
Dimensions (mm)
Form Factor
Bar
Dimensions
155.7 x 77 x 9.2 mm
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)
Colors
Black, Gold

Connectivity

4.0, A2DP
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
WiFi
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
USB
microUSB 2.0
GPS
GPS

Network

4G
LTE
3G
UMTS
2G
GSM
Network Bands
: B39 (1800), B40 (2300), B41 (2500), B38 (2500); GSM: 850 (850), 900 (900), 1800 (1800), 1900 (1900); WCDMA: 850 (850), 900 (900), 1700 (1700), 1900 (1900), 2100 (2100); LTE: B12 (700), B17 (700), B28 (700), 728 (728), B20 (800), B5 (850), 900 (900), B8 (900), B4 (1700), 1800 (1800), B3 (1800), B39 (1900), 1900 (1900), B2 (1900), B1 (2100), B40 (2300), B41 (2500), B38 (2600), B7 (2600)

Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification.

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