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Blackview R3 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:7 daysDisplay type:OLED

Blackview R3 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

5.9

Technical score

30%

7.4

Review score ( 0 · 2)

Review score 30% · 7.4 · based on 2 videos
2 videos count as 1 of the 5 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–¼Worse than 59% of smartwatches
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

6.0

Health

21%

7.5

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

4.2

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

4.2

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 58% of smartwatches
7.4

Review score

Review score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (2)
Video reviews 1
estimated from the review
2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 65% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Blackview R3

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

24%

6.0

Health

21%

7.5

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

4.2

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

4.2

Hardware

5.9
Review score
Review score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (2)
Video reviews 1
estimated from the review
2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.5
Brand name
Blackview
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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Battery life
7 days
Battery life
7 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 7 days which is longer than that of 38.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 17.1% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
220 mAh
Battery power
220 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 220 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 80.9% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.6% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Uses a proprietary OS with companion-app ecosystem support. OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.3 inch
Screen size
1.3 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.3 inch which is smaller than the screens of 66.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 11.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 50.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.6% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
261 ppi
Pixel density
261 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 261 ppi which is lower than that of 74% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.4% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
800 nits
Display brightness
800 nits
This smartwatch reaches 800 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 55.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
Realtek RTL8762C
Processor model
Realtek RTL8762C
This smartwatch uses the Realtek RTL8762C processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Internal storage
0 GB
This smartwatch uses 0 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.4% of smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Blackview R3 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Measurements are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 12 g lighter weight
    Weight
    33.0 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (33 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    33.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 200 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    800 nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (800 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    800 nits vs 600 nits
  • 5.2x cheaper
    Blackview R3 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£25 vs £130).
    £25 vs £130
  • 5.2x cheaper
    Blackview R3 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£25 vs £130).
    £25 vs £130
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Measurements are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 12 g lighter weight
    Weight
    33.0 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (33 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    33.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 200 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    800 nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (800 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    800 nits vs 600 nits
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 6.5 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    35.5 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (35.5 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    35.5 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel, zinc alloy
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, zinc alloy for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, zinc alloy vs polycarbonate
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 68 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    12
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (12 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    12 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 80 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    220 mAh days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (220 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    220 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 30 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    20 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (20 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    20 m vs 50 m
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    OLED
    This smartwatch uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.30 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x240 vs 352x430
  • 65 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    261 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (261 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    261 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    tpu
    This smartwatch uses tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    tpu vs silicone
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    Passcode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 4 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    No local user storage for apps/media
    0 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
HansTechTalk
≈ estimated
04/07/2022
Hands-on review · build, watch faces and health sensors
Verdict
Blackview R3 is a simple, well-built, affordable watch worth recommending at this price.
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Blackview R3

  • Excellent value for money, often described as 'great for the price'
  • Long-lasting battery life, with many users reporting 5-14 days of use on a single charge
  • Sleek and attractive design that resembles more expensive premium smartwatches
  • Lightweight and comfortable to wear for extended periods, including during sleep
  • Simple and intuitive setup process via the GloryFit companion app
  • Reliable basic notifications for calls, SMS, and popular social apps
  • Water-resistant build suitable for hand washing and light rain

What we don't like about Blackview R3

  • High incidence of hardware failure, including watches that stop working or fail to turn on shortly after purchase
  • Inaccurate fitness tracking, particularly regarding step counts and sleep monitoring
  • Proprietary magnetic charging cable is frequently reported as weak or difficult to connect
  • Limited display size; some users find the actual active screen area smaller than the glass face suggests
  • Poor customer service response times when dealing with faulty units
  • The companion app (GloryFit) lacks advanced data editing features and third-party app integration
  • Difficulty reading incoming message notifications due to small font sizes

Verdict

The Blackview R3 is an entry-level smartwatch featuring a 1.3-inch TFT-LCD full-touch color display with a 240 x 240 resolution and 2.5D curved tempered glass. It is powered by a 220mAh battery that offers approximately 7 days of typical use and up to 30 days of standby time on a single 2-hour charge. Its core health suite includes 24/7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen saturation measurement, and automatic sleep tracking, complemented by 12 sports modes and a 5ATM waterproof rating (up to 50 meters). Main pros include its lightweight design, customisable watch faces, and high value-for-money at a budget price point. However, notable cons include reports of inaccurate sleep and activity tracking, the lack of built-in GPS (relying on a connected smartphone instead), and issues with the companion app's limited data editing capabilities.

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