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BQ Aquaris VS
BQ Aquaris

BQ Aquaris VS

Released: 2018, FebruaryPrice: About 190 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, March

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.1.2 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~68.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandBQ Aquaris
ModelBQ Aquaris VS
PriceAbout 190 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA, LTE
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsMist Gold
Single8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, March
Weight165 g (5.82 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 7, 20
Charging18W wired, QC3
FeaturesLED flash
Internal32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Released2018, February
Announced2018, February
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions148.1 x 73 x 8.4 mm (5.83 x 2.87 x 0.33 in)
ProtectionDinorex glass
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

BQ Aquaris VS Overview

About BQ Aquaris VS BQ Aquaris VS is another flagship from BQ Aquaris's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. BQ Aquaris VS has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (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

BQ Aquaris VS can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

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.

FAQ

Can I root the BQ Aquaris VS?

The BQ Aquaris VS 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 BQ Aquaris VS support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many BQ Aquaris 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 BQ Aquaris VS void warranty?

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

What Android version does BQ Aquaris VS run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BQ Aquaris VS.