
Overall Score
52.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#8078)52.9
Performance(#12072)51.3
Camera(#8174)41.9
Display(#6867)67.3
Battery(#8097)43.5
Build(#6526)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Neo 4.5
Short Review
- The BLU Neo 4.5 features a compact design with dimensions of 136 x 63 x 10.5 mm and a weight of 135g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Mali-400 GPU, paired with 4GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 3.15 MP, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- The battery capacity is 1800mAh, supporting basic usage without fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is dated but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device is available in black, white, and a white/black combination.
- The absence of stereo speakers and the presence of a headphone jack are notable features.
- Overall, the BLU Neo 4.5 is a straightforward device suitable for essential smartphone functions.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUDual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera Details3.15 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions136 x 63 x 10.5 mm (5.35 x 2.48 x 0.41 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, White/Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 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 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes