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BQ Mobile Magic C (2019) review

Android OS v9.0 (Pie)
Unisoc SC9863A
PowerVR GE8322
2 GB / 16 GB
5.71 inches (720 x 1520 px)
13 + 0.3 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus

BQ Mobile announced the launch of the Magic C smartphone in 2019. The manufacturer is offering the BQ Mobile Magic C phone with 5.71 inches display, Unisoc SC9863A chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.

The BQ Mobile Magic C comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2700 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.71 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (720 x 1520 px).

BQ Mobile Magic C specifications

BrandBQ Mobile
NameMagic C
ModelBQ-5730L
Release date2019

Body

The weight of BQ Mobile Magic C is about 5.11 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this BQ Mobile phone are average (5.74 x 2.8 x 0.33 inches).

Weight5.11 oz
Dimensions5.74 x 2.8 x 0.33 inches
Colorsblue, purple, red
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The BQ Mobile Magic C comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.

OS versionAndroid OS v9.0 (Pie)
SoCUnisoc SC9863A
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A55, Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A55
GPUPowerVR GE8322
PerformanceAnTuTu v9: 100655

Display

The size of Magic C screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.71 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5.71 inches IPS display of BQ Mobile Magic C with 720 x 1520 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeIPS
Screen size5.71 inches
Resolution720 x 1520 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of BQ Mobile Magic C (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM2 GB
Internal storage16 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Magic C is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.

Selfie camera5 MP
Main camera13 + 0.3 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus
FlashLED

Connectivity

The BQ Mobile Magic C supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Magic C comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Magic C phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv4.2, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Po 2700 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Magic C isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 2700 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Magic C phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This BQ Mobile phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of BQ Mobile Magic C phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.

Sensorsaccelerometer, fingerprint, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the BQ Mobile Magic C, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

BQ Mobile Magic C pictures

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