• 5.2" (1280x720) IPS LCD
  • 1GB
    MT6580 SoC
    8GB Storage
  • 8-MP, f/2 1 Rear Camera
  • 3000 mAh

The BLU R2 phone has a 5.2-inch (1280x720) IPS LCD screen, a 8MP main camera and a 8MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh and the main processor is a MT6580 with 1 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductBLU R2
Display5.2" 1280x720 IPS LCD
Rear Camera(s)
  • 8-MP f/2 (Primary)
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 8-MP f/2
Computing
  • MT6580 SoC
  • 1GB RAM
  • 8GB Storage
  • MicroSDXC
Battery3000 mAh
DesignIP Rating, 156g (5.5oz), 74.3x150.3x9.6 mm (2.93 x 5.92 x 0.38 inches)
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Display
TypeIPS LCD
Diagonal (inches)5.2"
Display/Body Ratio66.8%
Resolution1280x720
Sharpness (PPI)282 PPI
Features
  • Multitouch
  • Glossy
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel8-MP
Aperturef/2
Sensor SizeSmall
Autofocus Features
  • Contrast
Hardware Features
  • Dual LED Flash
  • LED Flash
  • Autofocus
  • HDR Photo
Video Resolutions
  • 1080p/30fps
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Poly
Battery Capacity (mAh)3000 mAh
Battery Features
  • Non-Removable
Computing
Processor BrandMediaTek
Processor NameMT6580
Processor ModelMT6580
Processor # Cores4
Main Processor Frequency (GHz)1.3 GHz
RAM Options1GB
Internal Storage Options8GB
Memory Card TypeMicroSDXC
Operating System + VersionAndroid 7.0
Communications
Modem Features
  • UMTS
  • EDGE
  • GPRS
  • HSPA+
WiFi Speed
  • b
  • g
  • n
WiFi Features
  • Hotspot
Bluetooth VersionBluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
Connector TypeMicro USB
Connector Features
  • USB 2.0
SAR US Head0.5 W/Kg
SAR US Body0.98 W/Kg
Sim Card 0
NameSIM0
SIM TypeMicro SIM
Sim Card 1
NameSIM1
SIM TypeMicro SIM
Multimedia
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • FM Radio
  • 3.5mm Port
Audio Formats
  • AAC
  • 3GA
  • AMR
  • RA
  • FLAC
  • MID
  • MIDI
  • MP3
  • OGA
  • OGG
  • WMA
  • WAV
Video Formats
  • H.263
  • H.264
  • MPEG-4
  • MP4
  • XVID
Sensors
  • Proximity
  • Accelerometer
  • Fingerprint
  • GPS
  • A-GPS

BLU R2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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No. the BLU R2 has not been rated as water-resistant as we do not see an IP-Rating.
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Yes, the BLU R2 has dual-SIM (or SIM+eSIM). Always verify your specific model before buying as it can be different per country and carrier."
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No, the BLU R2 1280x720 display resolution is not 4K.
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No, BLU R2 does not have Wireless Charging.
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No, the BLU R2 does not support Qi Wireless Charging.
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No, the BLU R2 is not a 4G device.
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No, the BLU R2 is not a 5G NR smartphone.
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No, the BLU R2 is not a USB-C device.
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No, the BLU R2's battery cannot be removed.

BLU R2 Specs & Speed Benchmarks

Battery Capacity (mAh)

Higher is better