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BenQ F3
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BenQ F3

Released: 2013, November. Released 2013, NovemberPrice: About 200 EURStatus: Discontinued

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General

Brand
BenQ
Model
BenQ F3
Released
2013, November. Released 2013, November
Status
Discontinued
Price
About 200 EUR
OS
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Dimensions
131.6 x 66.9 x 8.9 mm (5.18 x 2.63 x 0.35 in)
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)
SIM
Micro-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
4.5 inches, 55.8 cm, 2, (~63.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
PowerVR SGX544
Internal
4GB 1GB RAM
Card slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
2 MP
Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video
N/A

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes
Positioning
GPS
NFC
No
Radio
FM radio
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Other

Colors
White, Red
Announced
2013, November. Released 2013, November
Loudspeaker
Yes

BenQ F3 Overview

About BenQ F3 BenQ F3 is a discontinued device from BenQ's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. BenQ F3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 1GB RAM with Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for BenQ F3 is not published yet. Avoid flashing files from unrelated variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

Pros and Cons

  • Pros: deeper customization, module support, bloatware removal, and advanced backup options.
  • Cons: warranty risk, possible update issues, and security trade-offs if root permissions are mismanaged.

FAQ

Can I root the BenQ F3?

The BenQ F3 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does BenQ F3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Benq devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting BenQ F3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the BenQ F3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does BenQ F3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BenQ F3.

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