Blackview XPLORE X1 Pro Review: specs and features, camera quality test, gaming benchmark, user opinions and photos

Blackview Xplore X1 Pro - From a Regular Smartphone to a Professional Tool

The Chinese company Blackview continues to expand its portfolio of IP68-rated phones, both dust- and moisture-resistant. The mid-range segment is growing most rapidly, offering not only run-of-the-mill models but also some truly unique ones. Today's review subject falls closer to the latter category.

The new device's appearance is typical for its class. It's a rugged all-in-one device, not without its excessive dimensions and impressive weight. The display bezels are enormous, something you wouldn't expect to see in 2026. However, it features a futuristic textured back panel, a neat photo module array, a high-tech secondary color display for notifications and various statistics, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The 6.78-inch IPS display isn't as easy to praise as one would like. The 2460x1080 resolution is sufficient for crisp content, and the 120 Hz refresh rate provides ample fluidity. However, the peak brightness of 700 nits makes using the device in direct sunlight uncomfortable. Furthermore, the image suffers from a lackluster color reproduction compared to AMOLED counterparts.

The device's mid-range MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor, 12 GB of RAM, and Mali G68-MC4 GPU provide decent performance for the vast majority of users. 520,000-550,000 points in the AnTuTu benchmark guarantee a smooth experience with the Android 16 interface, and many demanding games can be played smoothly. Yes, at low graphics settings, but with a stable frame rate. It's unlikely anyone would complain about the battery life provided by the 10,000 mAh battery. You'll only have to remember where to find an outlet every 3-4 days. There's no room for wireless charging, but the wired version offers 55W of power. The internal memory is 256 GB, with a microSD card slot.

The device has two cameras. The main 64-megapixel sensor lacks optical image stabilization, but with a little skill and desire, it's still possible to capture high-quality images without being mired in noise. The other module is a full-fledged thermal imager, which will be useful for many professionals. There's no stereo sound, but a single large speaker produces decent surround sound. NFC contactless payment and 5G support, along with an IR port, round out the device's list of advantages. As a result, we have before us an interesting representative of its subclass, ready to be a durable and reliable mobile assistant for a reasonable price.