Overall Score
15.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8407)15.3
Performance(#8653)26.9
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#9050)26.3
Battery(#9388)9.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#9345)11.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BLU Hero
Short Review
- The BLU Hero features a compact design with dimensions of 104 x 57 x 13 mm and a lightweight build at 90 grams.
- Its 2.8-inch TFT resistive touchscreen displays 256K colors at a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 143 ppi.
- Performance is limited, with 64MB of RAM and 32MB of internal storage, which may restrict multitasking and app usage.
- The rear camera is 1.3 MP, capable of video recording, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 950 mAh, supporting basic usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The software specifications are not detailed, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Connectivity options are limited to Bluetooth 2.1 and microUSB, with no support for WiFi or 5G.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Black, Blue, Pink, Brown, White, and Green.
- Overall, the BLU Hero is a basic phone suitable for essential tasks and calls.
- Its features align with its release year of 2011, reflecting the technology of that time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionS180 - Single SIMS190 - Dual SIM
Display
Size2.8"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory64MB ROM, 32MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity950 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 950 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions104 x 57 x 13 mm (4.09 x 2.24 x 0.51 in)
Weight90 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Pink, Brown, White, Green
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM)
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A