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BLU Grand XL LTE#5189

Released: 2017

BLU Grand XL LTE

Overall Score

28.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5189)28.9
Performance(#5958)45.5
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4319)25.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5418)41.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The BLU Grand XL LTE features a plastic build with dimensions of 157.6 x 78.8 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 182g, making it relatively lightweight and easy to handle.
  • It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6737 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1GB or 2GB of RAM, providing sufficient power for everyday applications.
  • The camera setup includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps and an 8 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
  • The 3200mAh battery offers decent longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward, though it may not include the latest features found in newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in multiple colors: Black, Gold, Rose Gold, and Silver.
  • Special features are minimal, with no water resistance or stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the BLU Grand XL LTE serves basic smartphone needs with a focus on essential functionalities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720
Memory8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, 1/4.0", AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions157.6 x 78.8 x 8.5 mm (6.20 x 3.10 x 0.33 in)
Weight182 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-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
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity