Blackview Xplore 1: Affordable dual-screen 5G rugged phone with massive battery and torchlight

Blackview has expanded its lineup of rugged phones with the Xplore 1. The base model, featuring 256 GB of internal storage and 12 GB of memory, is currently available on Banggood for about $278, whilst the 512 GB variant costs approximately $305. Nonetheless, prospective buyers should carefully review the warranty terms and be mindful of any additional shipping costs, taxes and duties before making a purchase. Delivery to North America and Europe may also take some time. Alternatively, you might want to consider buying the phone through Amazon for fasting shipping, though the list price is significantly higher at $399.

The Xplore 1 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor, which features an integrated 5G modem and dual-SIM support. Instead of a dual-SIM setup, the second card slot can also accommodate a memory card for storage expansion. The 6.78-inch IPS main display boasts a resolution of 1,080 x 2,460 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate. It is complemented by a 2.01-inch multifunction secondary display on the device’s back.

According to Blackview, the Xplore 1 is rugged enough to withstand drops from up to 6 m (19.7 ft) and meets IP68 and IP69K standards. The device also offers outdoor-friendly features like a 170-lumen torchlight. Its built-in battery boasts an impressive 20,000 mAh capacity and supports 55-watt fast charging. However, the massive battery and rugged design do make the Xplore 1 quite heavy (638 g, or 1.4 lb) and bulky (184 x 83 x 29.5 mm, or 7.24 × 3.27 × 1.16 in). The phone ships with DokeOS 4.2, which is based on Android 15.