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Blackview X5 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:10 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Blackview X5 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Technical score

30%

8.6

Review score ( 2 · 7)

Review score 30% · 8.6 · based on 9 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
â–²Better than 61% of smartwatches
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

24%

6.2

Health

21%

6.7

Fitness

16%

6.3

Battery

14%

5.9

Smart features

12%

5.2

Connectivity

9%

7.1

Display & Design

4%

5.8

Hardware

â–²Better than 52% of smartwatches
8.6

Review score

Review score
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Grades by review (9)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 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.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

18.2%

9.0

zexron.com

Video reviews 4

9.1%

9.0

AMTR

9.1%

9.0

Trains,Planes, Phones and Drones

9.1%

8.0

Daniel Stuart

9.1%

7.0

Sean Talks Tech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 95% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Blackview X5

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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–² Better than 52% of models
Score components:

24%

6.2

Health

21%

6.7

Fitness

16%

6.3

Battery

14%

5.9

Smart features

12%

5.2

Connectivity

9%

7.1

Display & Design

4%

5.8

Hardware

6.2
Review score
Review score
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Grades by review (9)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 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.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

18.2%

9.0

zexron.com

Video reviews 4

9.1%

9.0

AMTR

9.1%

9.0

Trains,Planes, Phones and Drones

9.1%

8.0

Daniel Stuart

9.1%

7.0

Sean Talks Tech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Popularity:
Blackview X5 has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 79% of smartwatches.
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.9
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
?
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.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
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.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
10 days
Battery life
10 days
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 10 days which is longer than that of 63.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
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.
Uses a proprietary OS with companion-app ecosystem support. OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
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
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
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
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
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
?
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
Compass functionality is supported via built-in magnetic/geomagnetic sensing.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.3 inch
Screen size
1.3 inch
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 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.
Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
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
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
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
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 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
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Realtek RTL8762C
Processor model
Realtek RTL8762C
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
This smartwatch uses the Realtek RTL8762C processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
â–² Better than 31% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
0.001 GB
Internal storage
0.001 GB
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 0.001 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.4% of smartwatches.
1 MB 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 X5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • 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.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • 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.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 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.
  • 3 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    10 days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 10 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    10 days vs 7 days
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • 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.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 3 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    10 days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 10 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    10 days vs 7 days
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 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.
  • 13 g lighter weight
    Weight
    32.0 g
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    32.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 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 GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • 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
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 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 auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 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.
  • 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 multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • 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.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 71 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (9 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    9 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 40 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    260 mAh days
    â–² Better than 63% 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 GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 1.6 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    13.20 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13.2 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    13.20 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.30 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 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.
    Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
    1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    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
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 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
  • 4.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.9 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46.9 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.9 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 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
  • 1.9 mm taller watch height
    Height
    46.9 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (46.9 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    46.9 mm vs 45 mm
  • 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 passcode
    Passcode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • 4 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0.001 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    1 MB internal storage.
    0.001 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

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

9.0
AMTR
≈ estimated
12/11/2022
Feature walkthrough · menus, sport modes and battery
Verdict
Blackview X5 offers many features and good battery life for the price, though the build feels cheap.
7.0
Sean Talks Tech
≈ estimated
08/03/2021
Hands-on review · watch interface, app and price
Verdict
Blackview X5 is a basic budget smartwatch that is capable enough for its low price, though not flagship-level.
Brand video
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 2 · 7

Reviewers like the comfort, value and handy music and camera controls, but note the missing GPS and weak notifications.
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Blackview X5

  • Exceptional battery life, with many users reporting it lasts between 1 and 2 weeks on a single charge.
  • Great value for money, often cited as a more affordable alternative to high-end brands for basic tracking.
  • Easy to set up and pair with smartphones via the companion app.
  • Sleek and robust mechanical design featuring a zinc alloy case and tempered glass display.
  • User-friendly interface that is simple to navigate for non-technical users.
  • Useful basic functions like IP68 water resistance, call/message notifications, and music control.

What we don't like about Blackview X5

  • Mixed accuracy for sleep tracking, with some customers reporting significant discrepancies in data.
  • Occasional reliability issues, including reports of the screen or battery failing after several months of use.
  • Step counting and other sensors may sometimes be less accurate than high-end competitors.
  • Connectivity can be unstable for some users, leading to frequent disconnections from the phone.
  • Limited advanced health features; notably, some models may lack blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring despite expectations.

Verdict

The Blackview X5 is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a robust zinc alloy case and a 1.3-inch TFT-LCD circular touch display with a 240 x 240 resolution, protected by scratch-resistant tempered glass. It is powered by a 260mAh battery that delivers a typical daily battery life of 7–10 days and up to 40 days on standby, while maintaining an IP68 waterproof rating suitable for swimming. Key functional pros include 24-hour real-time heart rate monitoring, scientific sleep tracking, and support for 9 dedicated sports modes alongside smart notifications for calls and messages. However, notable cons include the lack of a built-in microphone or speaker for direct calling, no internal GPS for independent route tracking, and user reports of occasional data inaccuracies for step counting and sleep metrics.

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