BQ-5516L Twin smartphone - advantages and disadvantages

The BQ-5516L Twin hit the market in August 2018 and has every chance of becoming one of the favorites. In the line of smartphones from BQ, this is the first phone with a Full HD screen. For the buyer, the difference between Full HD and HD is in image quality. High definition is due to increased detail due to the increase in the number of pixels on the screen matrix. Accordingly, a Full HD picture shows more information than an HD or standard definition picture.

According to experts, the difference in the amount of information can be up to fourfold. The manufacturer compares the functions of the gadget with the capabilities of a pocket personal computer. This is a serious claim considering the budget of the model. BQ is actively seeking to take its rightful place among well-known manufacturers. The novelty discussed in the review is unusual due to its interesting features.

Specifications BQ-5516L Twin

Brief technical characteristics are shown in the following table

Completion and dimensions

The user receives a smartphone in an orange box made of thick cardboard, it shows the company logo and brief technical parameters of the device. The box is divided by partitions for additional protection of the contents during transport.

The package contains a phone, charger, USB cable, warranty card, headphones, instructions for use. The complete set is standard.

• Number of SIM cards: dual sim. Simultaneous work.
• Dimensions: 154 x 77 x 8.2mm.
• Device weight: 154g

The dimensions of the device are quite large, but the phone can be operated with one hand. Will fit in a bag exactly, in a pocket it may not fit.

Design

Polycarbonate case with rounded corners in silver and gold. It is a slim phone of exquisite design for users of good taste.

Soft shades of gold and silver without the vulgar sheen. The matt silky surface is pleasant to the touch. On the side are the volume, on and off buttons in the same color scheme. The colors are more suitable for women, but silver looks more like gray, so it is also suitable for men.

A plastic case will allow you to admire the color scheme yourself and demonstrate it to others. The smooth lines of the ergonomic body bring the design closer to the models of the best manufacturers. The build quality is also decent. No gaps or squeaks when pressed. The design raises no objections.

Screen

The gadget is equipped with a 5.5-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels.The display is created using one of the advanced technologies for liquid crystal screens. Differs in clarity, high brightness of the image. Does not distort the image in the sun. The brightness is adjustable in the settings. The colors are pleasant, do not irritate the eyes.

The touchscreen responds quickly to light finger touches. The buttons can be moved as you like. The display is reliably protected from damage by Gorilla Glass 3. The coating is sufficiently durable thanks to the innovative Native Damage Resistance technology. The manufacturer guarantees resistance to scratches and cracks. This glass can be damaged only by dropping the phone from a great height or by hitting it with a heavy object. All dirt from the screen can be easily erased even without a special cleaning agent.

There is a fingerprint scanner, face unlock function - Face Unlock.

The interface is typical for Android, the main functions and applications are displayed on the screen. The front panel houses the notification indicator, front camera, proximity and light sensors, speaker, task manager buttons and return to the previous menu. Screen unlocking is provided with a password, fingerprint scanners and face.

The phone cannot be called frameless, but the screen area is 70.5%, which is a good indicator.

Software and autonomy

BQ-5516L Twin is equipped with an eight-core Mediatek MT6750T processor, with an operating frequency of 1.5 GHz. Has 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory.

The smartphone runs on Android OS v8.1 (Oreo), but Twin firmware can be upgraded to a newer OS version. The memory can be expanded with microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC cards up to 128GB. There is a slot.

The ARM Mali-T860 MP2 video card manages graphics which are of very high quality.

The device comes with a Li-Ion 3080 mAh battery with a removable battery. The high-capacity battery does not require daily connection to the mains. But, with active viewing of videos and games, the battery will have to be charged every day. The phone is also equipped with fast charging function. It takes 2 hours to charge your phone from zero to 100%.

Front - 8 MP, rear camera - 13 + 2 MP, autofocus and LED flash.

The following functionality is available:

• continuous shooting;
• double flash;
• digital zoom;
• focus of touch;
• highlighting the face when photographing;
• white balance;
• ISO setting;
• exposure correction;
• large viewing angle of the front camera - 80 degrees;
• video filming;
• self-timer.

The dual rear camera maintains the bokeh effect. One camera shoots with high sharpness, the other with low sharpness. A special program combines images. The photo is taken with a blurred background with emphasis on the central subject. The effect is good for portraits.

Excellent quality of photos is guaranteed at any time of the day, the wide aperture gives good sharpness even at night. Suitable for selfies, panoramic shooting, fix the subject in motion.

Sound and communication

• Support for 3G and 4G networks;
• The smartphone is equipped with a built-in GPS-receiver, supports GLONASS;
• 3.5mm audio jack. You can listen to recordings from your own collection or network, FM radio. The sound will not disappoint;
• Video playback and recording are provided. Records video in HD and Full HD at 30 frames per second. The recording quality is good;
• You can control the voice, dial and search;
• Wireless WiFi: IEEE 802.11 b / g / n, Bluetooth: version 4.1;
• A voice recorder is provided;
• Ringtones: MP3, WAV.
• There are alarm and vibration functions.
• A comfortable headset with good sound quality is included.

Service life and warranty

The useful life declared by the manufacturer is 2 years. The warranty is provided for a year for the phone, for the charger and the battery - for six months. This is sufficient as the battery and charger are easily replaceable.

Features:

The wide-angle front camera is ideal for group selfies. Clear sound, nimble processor. Expensive design at a relatively low cost. Power saving function when talking. The removable battery allows you to quickly replace it with a new one.If the battery fails, the user purchases an accessory and can insert it into the phone by himself. The device is compatible with a computer like a flash card.

Where can I buy?

Average price: 7990 r. You can buy a phone in online stores in China and Russia. Chinese suppliers offer cheaper prices, but shipping will take a long time. The novelty is already on sale and available in many stores.

Advantages and disadvantages of the model

• Latest operating system;
• Support for heavy games and applications;
• Attractive interface;
• High quality photos and videos;
• Sleek body;
• High definition display, multitouch;
• Simultaneous use of SIM - cards;
• Shockproof glass;
• Double protection with fingerprint scanner and face unlock.

• A small selection of colors;
• There is no water protection.

Comparison with analogues

Popular models in the same price range are considered:

1. Xiaomi Redmi 5A is made in a similar design, it has gold and silver colors. It has a less capacious battery, a 5 MP front camera, a 4-core processor. According to these parameters the phone is inferior to BQ-5516L Twin.
2. LG X210 K9 Blue has a 4-core processor, weak battery. One of the functions that Twin lacks is one-touch photography.
3. DOOGEE X60L Black is almost a complete analogue of LG, at a price slightly more expensive than the novelty under consideration from BQ.

In general, the reviewed phones have a less powerful processor, battery, camera, there is no Full HD, but otherwise they are almost the same type. The user makes the choice in favor of this or that model, but the objective parameters of the BQ-5516L Twin are excellent.

Outcome

BQ-5516L Twin is a modern gadget with an elegant design and many advantages. The Full HD screen allows you to see the smallest details of the image. A fingerprint scanner and face recognition provide additional protection. A powerful processor will support active games, including the possibility of online tank battles. With the novelty from BQ, you can read, watch your favorite movies, chat with friends in applications, all with excellent quality. Mediatek MT6750T will allow you to keep multiple applications open and work in them simultaneously at high speed. Will not freeze if browser, social networks and game are open at the same time.

BQ-5516L Twin will delight gamers, moviegoers, lovers of selfies, high-quality video and photography, and those who value quality combined with an affordable price.

Smartphones from BQ are not yet very well known on the market, so reviews of the best gadgets help you make the right choice in terms of the main parameters and appearance of the models.