BQ Aquaris X2
The BQ Aquaris X2 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.65" · 150.7 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm (5.93 x 2.85 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
RAM3GB | 4GB
Storage32GB | 64GB
Main Camera12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 427 PPI screen
✓5.65" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 163g — 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 SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, May. Released 2018, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), Android One
RAM
3GB | 4GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
427 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, auto-HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
163g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
150.7 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm (5.93 x 2.85 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, aluminum frame
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BQ Aquaris X2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the BQ Aquaris X2 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the BQ Aquaris X2 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC4).
Yes, the BQ Aquaris X2 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The BQ Aquaris X2 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the BQ Aquaris X2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BQ Aquaris X2 ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), Android One.
The BQ Aquaris X2 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The BQ Aquaris X2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The BQ Aquaris X2 has 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX.
