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Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP

Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 67% of smartphones
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

25%

5.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

5.1

Display

15%

7.6

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

2.0

Audio

3%

5.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 62% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £260

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

25%

5.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

5.1

Display

15%

7.6

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

2.0

Audio

3%

5.4

Design

6.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

60%

6.3

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.2
Brand name
Blackview
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G99
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G99
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G99 processor model which is slower than processors in 77.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 3.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 13 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 13 MP
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 59.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.5 inches
Screen size
6.5 inches
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1604 px
Screen resolution
720x 1604 px
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1604 px which is lower than that of 85.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Pixel density
405 ppi
Pixel density
405 ppi
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 405 ppi which is higher than that of 64.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
8,800 mAh
Battery capacity
8,800 mAh
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 8,800 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 94% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
Stereo speakers
no
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
179.5 mm
Height
179.5 mm
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 179.5 mm which is taller than 98.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
82.6 mm
Width
82.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 82.6 mm which is wider than 93.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
17 mm
Thickness
17 mm
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 17 mm which is thicker than 94.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
368 g
Weight
368 g
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 368 g which is heavier than 95.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
249,526 cm³
Device volume
249,526 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 249,526 cm³ which is larger than 95.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 76% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    8,800 mAh
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (8800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    8,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    4
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Has a secondary display
    Secondary display
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    4
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    32 MP
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 13 MP
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 1 more external displays supported
    External display support
    2
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a secondary display
    Secondary display
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 2.5% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    405 ppi
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (405 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    405 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 76% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    8,800 mAh
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (8800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    8,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    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
    Rugged design
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Helio G99
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    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
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 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/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1604 px
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 5.44x less popular
    Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.6% worse value for money
    Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.15 vs 7.3).
    7.15 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Helio G99
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    32
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 22.6% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    729
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (729 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    729 vs 942
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% less L2 cache
    L2 cache
    512 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 26.6% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    PassMark single-core benchmark
    725
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <408 – >2.4k
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (725 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    725 vs 988
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 21.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1979
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1979 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,979 vs 2,533
  • 33.2% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    17.1 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    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
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 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/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1440 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 15.40x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.1
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    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
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1604 px
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.5 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 500 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    500 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 24.2% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    500 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    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
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 87.6% heavier
    Weight
    368 g
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (368 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    368 g vs 196.2 g
  • 8.7 mm thicker
    Thickness
    17 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (17 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    17 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 6.6 mm wider
    Width
    82.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (82.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    82.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 15.9 mm taller
    Height
    179.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (179.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    179.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2.55x larger volume
    Device volume
    249,526 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (249526 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    249,526 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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technologytimes.ng
09/08/2024
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Oscal Pilot 2: A peep into the dual-screen smartphone
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cdiscount.com
25/03/2025
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Product sheet and customer reviews: OSCAL PILOT 2 Rugged Smartphone
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phonesrugged.nl
01/07/2024
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Blackview Netherlands - Oscal Pilot 2 Product Specifications and Testing Process
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional durability with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H ratings, making it dustproof, waterproof, and shock-resistant.
  • Outstandingly long battery life from the massive 8800 mAh battery, which can last a full day of constant use or multiple days with normal usage.
  • Good performance for everyday tasks and multitasking, powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 processor and 8GB of RAM.
  • High value for money, offering robust features at a competitive price compared to other rugged phones.
  • A bright and smooth 6.5-inch Full HD+ IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
  • The secondary 1.3-inch rear display is a unique feature that allows users to check notifications and take selfies with the main camera.
  • Large storage capacity of 256GB (UFS 2.2) that is expandable up to 1TB via microSD card.
  • Effective 45W fast charging capability.
  • High-quality main 50MP camera and 32MP front camera that produce good photos and 2K video recording.
  • Useful additional features like a very bright dual-LED flashlight (170 lumens), NFC, and glove mode.
  • Solid build quality with an aluminum alloy frame and rubberized casing.

What we don't like about Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB)

  • The phone is heavy (368g) and thick (17mm), which may not be ideal for some users.
  • Mediocre audio quality from the single, mono speaker.
  • Performance is considered balanced but not exceptionally fast compared to non-rugged high-end phones.
  • Does not support 5G connectivity; it is a 4G device.
  • Lacks a 3.5mm audio jack.
  • User interface might be perceived as trying to look too similar to an iPhone UI by some users, with some potential for minor software quirks like widgets not persisting after a restart.
  • Uncertainty about the frequency or availability of future software/OS updates.

Verdict

The Blackview Oscal Pilot 2 (8GB + 256GB) is a rugged smartphone running Android 14 with a 6.5-inch 120Hz IPS LCD main display and a secondary 1.3-inch rear display for notifications and quick access functions. Powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G99 processor, it includes 8GB of RAM and 256GB of expandable storage. A notable feature is its massive 8800mAh battery with 45W fast charging and 5W reverse charging capabilities, offering extended usage and the ability to act as a portable power bank. The phone boasts a durable design with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certifications for water, dust, and shock resistance, along with a powerful 170-lumen dual-LED flashlight. Its camera system includes a 50MP Samsung main rear camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and a 13MP ultra-wide lens, plus a 32MP front camera. The main con is the device's substantial weight and thickness, at around 368g and 17mm, which impacts portability compared to non-rugged phones; it also lacks 5G connectivity.

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