Overall Score
56.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4814)56.3
Performance(#4516)60.3
Camera(#5793)42.1
Display(#4802)70.5
Battery(#8048)43.5
Build(#6481)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Life 8 XL
Short Review
- The BLU Life 8 XL features a sleek design with dimensions of 155 x 74.8 x 7.7 mm and a weight of 149g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6592M chipset with an octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 1GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
- The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is adequate for selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 2920 mAh capacity, but it lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2, upgradable to 5.0, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Black, Orange, Pink, White, and Yellow.
- It has a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the BLU Life 8 XL is a basic smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6592M (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-450MP4
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2920 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2920 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions155 x 74.8 x 7.7 mm (6.10 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight149 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Orange, Pink, White, Yellow
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes