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Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:13 MP

Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
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Score components

90%

5.2

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 94% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.6

Camera

15%

3.5

Display

15%

5.4

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 95%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 74%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.6

Camera

15%

3.5

Display

15%

5.4

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

5.2
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
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Popularity:
Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 7.2 points, which is higher than 66.9% of smartphones.
7.2
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.8
Brand name
Blackview
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G35
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G35 processor model which is slower than processors in 95.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.3 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 63.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 13 MP which is lower than that of 91.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
16.3 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 16.3 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 93.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1560 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1560 px which is lower than that of 97% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Pixel density
282 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 282 ppi which is lower than that of 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,180 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,180 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 63.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
10 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 93.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.8% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
161.6 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.6 mm which is shorter than 71.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Width
77.9 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.9 mm which is wider than 82.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
13.7 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 13.7 mm which is thicker than 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
268 g
This smartphone weighs 268 g which is heavier than 90.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
161,161 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 161,161 cm³ which is larger than 91% of smartphones.
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Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 3.6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,180 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,180 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 31.7% more popular
    Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.16 vs 5.4).
    7.16 vs 5.44
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 3.6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,180 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,180 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • 2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 49.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 7.3% worse value for money
    Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.83 vs 7.3).
    6.83 vs 7.34
  • 1.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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    the average smartphone
    Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.86 vs 8.000).
    7.86 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G35 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 31.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (650 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    650 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 63.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (2.2 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    2.2 W vs 6 W
  • 79.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (189 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    189 vs 942
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 41.8% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 68% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (810 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    810 vs 2,533
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 41.8% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.2 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.0.
    1.2 vs 2.0
  • 4.2% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 49.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 28.6% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (282 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    282 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 500 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 24.2% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    500 nits vs 660 nits
  • 69.7% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    10 W vs 33 W
  • 5% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (747 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    747 min vs 786 min
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 36.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (268 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    268 g vs 196.2 g
  • 5.4 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (13.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    13.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.9 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    December 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 64.8% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (161,161 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    161,161 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB)

  • Impressive durability and a sturdy, rugged design (IP68/IP69K, MIL-STD-810H ratings)
  • Good value for money and affordability
  • Long-lasting battery life, often lasting up to two days with normal usage
  • Adequate performance for everyday tasks, browsing, and social media
  • Ample storage (64GB ROM) which is expandable up to 1TB via microSD card
  • Decent camera quality that produces clear photos for general use
  • Supports useful features like NFC and a glove mode for the screen
  • Generally easy to use with a user-friendly Doke OS 3.0 (based on Android 12) interface

What customers don't like about Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB)

  • May be laggy, buggy, or freeze up, with potential performance issues during heavy use or gaming
  • Screen can scratch easily despite the phone's rugged claims
  • Camera performance is limited and not suitable for photography enthusiasts or professionals
  • Potential issues with the charging port, such as a tiny amount of water stopping it from charging
  • Mixed carrier compatibility; may not work with some networks like AT&T, Cricket, Verizon, or Sprint
  • The SIM/SD card tray can be fragile and prone to breaking
  • Lack of certain modern features like a fingerprint scanner or a headphone jack
  • Low speaker volume for speakerphone use

Verdict

The Blackview BV5200 Pro (4GB + 64GB) is a budget-friendly, rugged smartphone running Android 12 on a MediaTek Helio G35 octa-core processor, featuring 4GB of RAM (expandable to 7GB via software) and 64GB of expandable storage. Its main pros are its exceptional durability with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H certifications for water, dust, and drop resistance, a long-lasting 5180mAh battery that supports reverse charging, and useful features like NFC for payments and a customizable side key. Primary cons include mixed user reviews regarding performance, with reports of occasional lag and freezing, an overly aggressive system cleaner that can kill background apps, a camera that is considered decent but not high-quality, and very slow 10W charging speeds.

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