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BLU Life One X2#4869

Released: 2016

BLU Life One X2

Overall Score

30.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4869)30.6
Performance(#4702)56.1
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4389)25.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4849)45.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring BLU Life One X2

Short Review

  • The BLU Life One X2 features a sleek design with dimensions of 148 x 72.4 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 166g, available in Gray and Rose Gold.
  • Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 424 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and options for 2GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture and PDAF, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The device is powered by a 3150 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, the software experience is straightforward but lacks the latest features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The absence of stereo speakers is noted, but it retains a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the BLU Life One X2 combines decent specifications in a compact form, suitable for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3150 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3150 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions148 x 72.4 x 9.5 mm (5.83 x 2.85 x 0.37 in)
Weight166 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsGray, Rose Gold
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity