Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5774)54.6
Performance(#9025)54.3
Camera(#4304)42.4
Display(#4817)70.5
Battery(#8072)43.5
Build(#6499)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Life One X
Short Review
- The BLU Life One X features a sleek design with dimensions of 143.5 x 71.6 x 8.6 mm and a lightweight build at 133 grams.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6589T chipset, featuring a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 2GB of RAM, which provides adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a 2000 mAh battery, which may require frequent charging due to its modest capacity.
- Running on Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean), the software experience may feel outdated compared to current standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
- The phone does not offer water resistance and features a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- Available in black and white, the design is simple yet functional.
- Overall, the BLU Life One X is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6589T (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions143.5 x 71.6 x 8.6 mm (5.65 x 2.82 x 0.34 in)
Weight133 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes