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Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:13 MP

Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 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.

5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 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.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

5.0

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 97% of smartphones
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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%

5.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

4.9

Camera

15%

3.5

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

5.6

Connectivity

4%

3.6

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 97%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 71%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

4.9

Camera

15%

3.5

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

5.6

Connectivity

4%

3.6

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

5.0
User score
User score
8.2/ 10
✕
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%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 8.1 points, which is higher than 77.3% of smartphones.
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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%

5.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.7
Brand name
Blackview
Processor model
MediaTek Helio A22
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio A22 processor model which is slower than processors in 97% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% 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 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% 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
f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 96.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
10.5 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 10.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.9 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.9 µm which is larger than in 57.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.2% 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
6,580 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,580 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 85.3% 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
no
This smartphone does not support 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
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes 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
?
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Height
161.5 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.5 mm which is shorter than 71.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
77.6 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.6 mm which is wider than 79.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
15 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 15 mm which is thicker than 93% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Weight
273 g
This smartphone weighs 273 g which is heavier than 90.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
185,955 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 185,955 cm³ which is larger than 92.5% of smartphones.
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Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 31.6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,580 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,580 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 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 a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 2% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 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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    the average smartphone
    Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.16 vs 8).
    8.16 vs 8
  • 48.1% more popular
    Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.06 vs 5.4).
    8.06 vs 5.44
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.1 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.9 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    0.9 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 31.6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,580 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,580 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 19.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (938 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    938 min vs 786 min
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 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.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 2.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio A22 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio A22 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • 67.2% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (10.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    10.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (59 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    59 vs 99.5
  • 9.3% worse value for money
    Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.71 vs 7.3).
    6.71 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio A22 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio A22 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
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 92.5% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (191 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    191 vs 2,533
  • Lacks big.LITTLE architecture
    This smartphone does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (4 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    4 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3 vs 3.2
  • 45.7% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.9 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.
    1.2 vs 2
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    3 vs 3.2
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 67.2% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (10.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    10.5 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 (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • No slow-motion recording
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 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 vs 5.2
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • No compass
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • 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
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (59 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    59 vs 99.5
  • 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
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • 50% slower reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (2.5 W vs 5 W). The average smartphone speed is 5 W.
    2.5 W vs 5 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 39.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (273 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    273 g vs 196.2 g
  • 6.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (15 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    15 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.6 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 90.1% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (185,955 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    185,955 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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

What customers like about Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB)

  • Extremely durable and robust design, with many users reporting it survives drops and immersion well.
  • IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H ratings for water, dust, and shock resistance.
  • Long-lasting 6580mAh battery that some users find lasts for two days with heavy use.
  • Good value for money and an affordable option for a rugged phone.
  • Helpful customer service from the company.
  • Useful extra features like Glove Mode, advanced navigation (GPS, GLONASS, etc.), and NFC.
  • Expandable storage up to 1TB.
  • Includes a 3.5mm audio jack.

What customers don't like about Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB)

  • The phone is heavy and bulky.
  • Performance can be slow and laggy, with some users experiencing system UI crashes.
  • Camera quality is generally considered low, especially in low light, with some users mentioning photos look blurry or do not save properly.
  • Very slow charging speed.
  • Display resolution is low (HD+) and can appear pixelated.
  • No 5G connectivity or fingerprint sensor.
  • Audio quality is underwhelming; speakers are described as 'tinny'.

Verdict

The Blackview BV5300 Pro (12GB + 64GB version) is a rugged 4G smartphone running the Android 14 operating system, designed for durability in harsh environments with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certifications for water, dust, and drop resistance. Key specifications include a 6.1-inch HD+ display (720x1560 pixels), an octa-core MediaTek Helio P35 processor, a large 6580mAh battery with reverse charging capability, and a 13MP rear camera setup. Pros often cited by users are its exceptional durability, solid build quality, good battery life (up to 2-3 days of normal use), and the practicality of features like Glove Mode and NFC support. Cons include its noticeable weight and bulkiness due to the protective casing, the lack of a traditional 3.5mm headphone jack on some versions, and mixed user feedback regarding occasional performance lag or system UI crashes.

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