[Device Reviews and Information] Alberto96:
Benchmarks

I have used 3DMark, AndroBench, Antutu Benchmark, Epic Citadel, GeekBench 4, GFXBench, PCMark (Work 2.0, Computer Vision, Storage & Work 1.0) and Vellamo to stress the device to the limit. I won’t test Games or Video Playback because there are already some related tests included in these Benchmark suites.

3DMark – The Mali-T880MP2 GPU together with a FHD screen is simply maxed out, so some scores might not look that high.

AndroBench – Internal Storage performance is good, even though i might have expected an higher write speed.

Antutu Benchmark – I won’t say a lot about this benchmark, this isn’t as reliable as others. I’m providing this just for benchmarks lovers.

Epic Citadel – Unexpectedly, this benchmark seem to run pretty well on this GPU.

GeekBench – Single-Core performance seem to be fine matching other devices with the same CPU, but multi-core performance is really low meaning that something is reducing its real performance. It can't be thermal throttling because the device was not hot during this test.

CPU

Compute

GFXBench – Being an hardcore benchmark, it is normal to not see great results here, but it is a good point of referral for GPU's raw performance.

PCMark – Balanced Results for an Helio P25, matching most mid-range devices.

Work 2.0

Computer Vision

Storage

Work 1.0

Vellamo – The same lack of multi-core performance is noticeable here, it should be over 2700 if it was running properly.

Conclusions

This 2017 can be defined as the year of clones, with lots of devices copying each other and unfortunately lack of original design. Can this one differ from all other clones? Well, partially yes, thanks to the lightweight plastic chassis and an IPS screen, but it doesn't mean that it is better, or better, it is better for some things but worse for others.

Its high-quality Mobile and WiFi antennas make it one of the best device i have ever reviewed when it comes to signal reception, but the GPS antenna is disappointing and can't be ignored.

I still like the idea of including using this thin bezels design to make devices compact, but OEMs should also not ignore important parts of the device, otherwise it causes the choice to go for a standard full-bezels design.

Would i recommend it? Just like what happened with the S8, i can't recommend it right now because the OS is infected and i don't want anyone to use a device running on an infected operating system, but if BLUBOO fixes this issue that seems to be widespread for all models, then yes. I will keep following the situation, and if they fix the issue, i will write it here.

Pros:

Compact and Ergonomic

Bright IPS Panel

Lightweight

Running on pure Android with no custom skins

Excellent 3G/4G and WiFi signal reception

Cons:

Not the best IPS panel

Running on an infected Android OS

No Notification LED

Battery Capacity doesn't match the declared value

Disappointing GPS antenna quality

Rating: 8.0

Packaging and Accessories: 9

Design and Materials: 9.5

Performance and Heat Dissipation: 9

Screen: 8

Camera: 9

Sound: 8

Battery Life: 6

Software: 5

OEM Support: 8

Price: 9

You can find full-res images (I know, Quality isn't excellent) here: https://imgur.com/a/cl043

Official Website: http://bluboo.hk/product/bluboo-s1

You can buy it on many online shops. Official, and authorized, Retailers are listed in the BLUBOO website.​