Overall Score
59.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#3191)59.1
Performance(#3315)62.5
Camera(#4315)42.4
Display(#4842)70.5
Battery(#2242)58.5
Build(#10914)68.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU G61
Short Review
- The BLU G61 features a plastic build with dimensions of 164.6 x 75.8 x 9.3 mm and weighs 196g, making it relatively lightweight.
- It sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 270 ppi.
- Performance is driven by an octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 CPU paired with 3GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks and multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 0.3 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while an 8 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 5000 mAh, providing extended usage, though it supports only 10W charging.
- Running on Android 10, the software experience is straightforward but lacks advanced features found in newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is equipped with a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Available colors include Black, Blue, Green, and Red, adding some variety to its design.
- Overall, the BLU G61 is a basic smartphone that meets essential needs without any standout features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, February 09
Announced2021, February 09
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUOcta-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A55
GPUN/A
Memory64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP0.3 MP, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.6 x 75.8 x 9.3 mm (6.48 x 2.98 x 0.37 in)
Weight196 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Green, Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10
OS VersionAndroid 10
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes