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BLU Elite 3.8#7386

Released: 2012

BLU Elite 3.8

Overall Score

19.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7386)19.2
Performance(#8193)30.6
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#7228)16.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6709)30.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The BLU Elite 3.8 features a compact design with dimensions of 120 x 60 x 11.3 mm and a weight of 137g, making it easy to handle.
  • Its 3.8-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 246 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 chipset, with a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is a 5 MP unit with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
  • The battery capacity is 1600mAh, providing limited endurance without fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) and upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), the software experience is quite dated.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The device does not feature stereo speakers, but it does have a headphone jack for audio.
  • Available in black and white, the build quality is standard for its time, with no water resistance.
  • Overall, the BLU Elite 3.8 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for light usage.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size3.8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 200
Memory1GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1600 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions120 x 60 x 11.3 mm (4.72 x 2.36 x 0.44 in)
Weight137 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass