Overall Score
60.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#2498)60.7
Performance(#2856)62.5
Camera(#3524)42.4
Display(#1079)79.5
Battery(#1723)58.5
Build(#11329)66.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Energy XL
Short Review
- The BLU Energy XL features a large 6.0-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing vibrant visuals at approximately 367 ppi.
- Its build dimensions are 160.9 x 81.2 x 8.4 mm, weighing 208 grams, and it is available in Gold and Silver colors.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6753 chipset with an octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with PDAF and 1080p video recording, while the front-facing camera is 5 MP.
- The device is equipped with a substantial 5000 mAh battery, which supports extended usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- It runs on Android 5.1 (Lollipop), providing a basic software experience without the latest features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and USB Type-C 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone does not have stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the BLU Energy XL offers a solid combination of display, performance, and battery life for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6753 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP3
Memory64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions160.9 x 81.2 x 8.4 mm (6.33 x 3.20 x 0.33 in)
Weight208 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold, Silver
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes