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Blackview Wave 8C

Blackview Wave 8C
₹7,500.00
Brand: Blackview
Category: Smartphones
Updated on: 29th Jan 2025
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  • Status: Released November 2024
  • OS: Android 14 (Go edition), DokeOS 4.0
  • Display: 6.56" 720x1612 pixels
  • Camera: 13MP 1080p
  • RAM: 2GB RAM Unisoc SC9863A
  • Battery: 5000mAh 5W

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

6.5
  • Design 8 / 10
  • Display 5 / 10
  • Performance 4 / 10
  • Camera 4 / 10
  • Connectivity 7 / 10
  • Features 8 / 10
  • Battery 9 / 10
  • Price/Usability 7 / 10

The Blackview Wave 8C, released in November 2024, is an affordable entry-level smartphone designed for users who need a reliable device for everyday use. With a large display, Android 14 Go Edition, and a long-lasting battery, the Wave 8C is a practical choice for basic smartphone users, students, and first-time buyers.

Design

The Blackview Wave 8C features a modern and lightweight design, with dimensions of 163.2 x 75.2 x 8.8 mm and a weight of 193g. Its compact form factor ensures comfortable handling, and the 84.2% screen-to-body ratio provides a modern aesthetic. The smartphone is available in three stylish colorsSunset Purple, Dawn Blue, and Dusk Black—allowing users to choose a look that fits their personality.

Display

The 6.56-inch IPS LCD display on the Wave 8C offers a 720 x 1612 pixel resolution with a 269 ppi pixel density. While it’s not Full HD, the 450-nit brightness ensures decent visibility in different lighting conditions. The 20:9 aspect ratio provides a good viewing experience for activities like browsing, social media, and video streaming.

Performance

The Blackview Wave 8C runs on the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, a 28nm octa-core processor featuring four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 1.6 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.2 GHz. While it’s not designed for heavy gaming or multitasking, it is sufficient for everyday activities like messaging, web browsing, and social media usage.

With Android 14 (Go Edition) and DokeOS 4.0, the smartphone provides a lightweight and optimized software experience, ensuring smooth performance on limited hardware resources.

Storage and Expandability

The Wave 8C comes with 64GB of internal storage and 2GB of RAM, making it suitable for basic users who store fewer apps and media. It also includes a dedicated microSDXC card slot, allowing users to expand storage as needed.

Camera

For photography, the Blackview Wave 8C includes a single 13MP rear camera with LED flash, HDR, and panorama mode. It supports 1080p@30fps video recording, making it useful for capturing everyday moments.

The front camera features an 8MP wide-angle lens, capable of 1080p video recording, making it a solid choice for selfies and video calls.

Battery Life

A 5000mAh battery powers the Blackview Wave 8C, offering long-lasting endurance for daily tasks. However, with only 5W wired charging, recharging the device will take longer compared to fast-charging smartphones.

Connectivity and Features

  • Dual SIM support for 4G LTE networks
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n & Bluetooth 4.2 for stable wireless connections
  • GPS, GLONASS, and GALILEO for accurate navigation
  • FM radio with RDS and recording support
  • USB Type-C with OTG support
  • Essential sensors: Accelerometer and proximity sensor

Conclusion

The Blackview Wave 8C is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers essential features, reliable performance, and a long battery life at an affordable price. It’s a great option for light users, students, or as a secondary phone, delivering value for money with its simple yet efficient hardware and software.

Specifications

Prices

American Doller 64GB 2GB RAM $81.99
Converted Price ₹7,500

Launch

Announced 2024, November
Status Available. Released 2024, November

Network

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100 - International
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA
4G bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 19, 20, 38, 40, 41 - International
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 40, 41, 66 - USA
Speed HSPA, LTE

Body

Dimensions 163.2 x 75.2 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
Weight 193 g (6.81 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type IPS LCD, 450 nits
Size 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)

Platform

OS Android 14 (Go edition), DokeOS 4.0
Chipset Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU IMG8322

Memory

Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 64GB 2GB RAM
eMMC 5.1

Main Camera

Single 13 MP, (wide)
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Single 8 MP, (wide)
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFC No
Radio FM radio, RDS, recording
USB USB Type-C, OTG

Features

Sensors Accelerometer, proximity

Battery

Type 5000 mAh
Charging 5W wired

Others

Colors Sunset Purple, Dawn Blue, Dusk Black

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