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BQ Aquaris X Pro

The BQ Aquaris X Pro is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2017).

2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Overall
B+
Performance
B+
Display
B+
Battery
C+
Camera
A
Charging
B
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.2" · 146.5 x 72.7 x 7.8 mm (5.77 x 2.86 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage128GB | 64GB
Main Camera12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
Sharp 424 PPI screen
5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
Lightweight at 158g — easy to carry
3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
Smaller 3,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2017, April. Released 2017, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 506
OS
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
Storage
128GB | 64GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 Display
Size
5.2"
Resolution
1080×1920
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Dinorex glass
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 720p@120fps
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Selfie
8 MP
Selfie Video
1080p@60fps
Selfie Features
LED flash
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, QC3
📱 Design & Build
Weight
158g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.5 x 72.7 x 7.8 mm (5.77 x 2.86 x 0.31 in)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Midnight Black, Glaze White
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA, LTE
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
FM radio
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BQ Aquaris X Pro does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the BQ Aquaris X Pro has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the BQ Aquaris X Pro charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
Yes, the BQ Aquaris X Pro supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The BQ Aquaris X Pro SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the BQ Aquaris X Pro has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BQ Aquaris X Pro ships with Android 7.1.1 (Nougat).
The BQ Aquaris X Pro uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The BQ Aquaris X Pro supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The BQ Aquaris X Pro has 4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX.

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