BQ Aquaris U Plus
The BQ Aquaris U Plus is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 139g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,050 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
RAM
2GB | 3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,050 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3050 mAh, non-removable
Weight
139g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
143.2 x 72.2 x 8.7 mm (5.64 x 2.84 x 0.34 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
