BLU R2
The BLU R2 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.0 (Nougat)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.2" · 150.3 x 74.3 x 9.6 mm (5.92 x 2.93 x 0.38 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera8 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 156g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, July. Released 2017, July
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
282 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
156g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
150.3 x 74.3 x 9.6 mm (5.92 x 2.93 x 0.38 in)
Colors
Black, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BLU R2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the BLU R2 does not have NFC.
Yes, the BLU R2 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Yes, the BLU R2 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Micro-SIM)).
Yes, the BLU R2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BLU R2 ships with Android 7.0 (Nougat).
The BLU R2 uses microUSB 2.0.
The BLU R2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The BLU R2 has 4.0, A2DP.
