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Blackview R5 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Screen size:1.57 inchBattery life:15 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Blackview R5 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 4 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Technical score

30%

7.3

Review score ( 0 · 4)

Review score 30% · 7.3 · based on 4 videos
4 videos count as 1.5 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 60% of smartwatches
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

24%

5.3

Health

21%

7.8

Fitness

16%

6.2

Battery

14%

5.6

Smart features

12%

4.2

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

6.2

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 56% of smartwatches
7.3

Review score

Review score
7.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Grades by review (4)
4 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.
Video reviews 2

10%

5.0

BonusTV

5%

8.0

Luis Alberto García Díaz

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 71% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Blackview R5

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

24%

5.3

Health

21%

7.8

Fitness

16%

6.2

Battery

14%

5.6

Smart features

12%

4.2

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

6.2

Hardware

6.0
Review score
Review score
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Grades by review (4)
4 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.
Video reviews 2

10%

5.0

BonusTV

5%

8.0

Luis Alberto García Díaz

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
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 56% of models
Popularity:
Blackview R5 has a popularity of 5.4 points, which is lower than 55.2% of smartwatches.
5.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.4
Brand name
Blackview
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
15 days
Battery life
15 days
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 15 days which is longer than that of 86.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
7 h
Battery life in training mode
7 h
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 7 h in training mode which is shorter than 77.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
260 mAh
Battery power
260 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 260 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 66.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.8% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 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
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
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.
Software update frequency
?
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.57 inch
Screen size
1.57 inch
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.57 inch which is larger than the screens of 72.7% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 74.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.9% of smartwatches.
Resolution
200x 320
Resolution
200x 320
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 200x320 which is lower than that of 91.3% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
240 ppi
Pixel density
240 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 240 ppi which is lower than that of 83.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
Goodix GR5515
Processor model
Goodix GR5515
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
This smartwatch uses the Goodix GR5515 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Blackview R5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 8 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    15 days
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 15 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    15 days vs 7 days
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 20 g lighter weight
    Weight
    25.0 g
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    25.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 1.1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.50 mm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 0.17 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.57 inch
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.57 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 12 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    30.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (30 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    30.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 3.71x cheaper
    Blackview R5 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£35 vs £130).
    £35 vs £130
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • 8 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    15 days
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 15 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    15 days vs 7 days
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 20 g lighter weight
    Weight
    25.0 g
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    25.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 0.17 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.57 inch
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.57 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 1.1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.50 mm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 12 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    30.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (30 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    30.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 12.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    7 h
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    7 h vs 19.25 h
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    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
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 56 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    24
    â–² Better than 32% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (24 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    24 vs 80
  • 12.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    7 h
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    7 h vs 19.25 h
  • 40 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    260 mAh days
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (260 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    260 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    200 x 320
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 200x320, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    200x320 vs 352x430
  • 86 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    240 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (240 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    240 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    tpu
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This smartwatch uses tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    tpu vs silicone
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No calendar sync
    Calendar sync
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch does not support calendar sync, the average smartwatch does. 94.8% of smartwatches support calendar sync.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

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

9.0
SEGUN EL GEORGE
≈ estimated
16/06/2022
First look · unboxing and feature tour
Verdict
Blackview R5 looks and feels great at this price, a strong budget smartwatch with an impressive display.
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Blackview R5

  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting 10 to 14 days on a single charge
  • Excellent value for money as a budget-friendly alternative to premium brands
  • Lightweight and comfortable design, weighing only 25g
  • Simple and intuitive setup process via the GloryFit or H Band apps
  • Clear 1.57-inch HD display that is easy to read in different lighting
  • Reliable IP68 water resistance suitable for showers and rain

What we don't like about Blackview R5

  • Inconsistent sensor accuracy, particularly with step counts and sleep tracking
  • Occasional connectivity issues where the watch may disconnect from the smartphone
  • Limited customisation options for watch faces compared to higher-end models
  • Build quality concerns, with some reports of strap failure or screen malfunctions over time
  • Lacks advanced features like built-in GPS or the ability to answer calls directly

Verdict

The Blackview R5 is a lightweight, 25g smartwatch featuring a 1.57-inch TFT-LCD HD display with 3D-curved tempered glass and a resolution of 200 x 320 pixels. Built with a stainless steel case and an IP68 waterproof rating, it is powered by a Realtek 8762DK CPU and a 260mAh battery that delivers up to 15 days of typical use or 60 days of standby on a single 2-hour magnetic charge. Key characteristics include 24/7 heart rate monitoring via a VC32 sensor, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, sleep analysis, and support for 24 sports modes alongside standard smart notifications. Main pros include its highly affordable price point, impressive battery endurance, and comfortable, slim design. However, it lacks built-in GPS (relying on smartphone tethering), does not support Bluetooth calling or a built-in speaker, and some users report inconsistent sleep and step tracking accuracy.

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