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BLU Studio 5.3 II#6992

Released: 2013

BLU Studio 5.3 II

Overall Score

21.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6992)21.0
Performance(#7923)33.3
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#5823)55.2
Battery(#5912)20.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6908)29.8
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring BLU Studio 5.3 II

Short Review

  • The BLU Studio 5.3 II features a plastic build with dimensions of 150 x 77 x 10.8 mm and a weight of 210 grams, making it relatively bulky.
  • It sports a 5.3-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 208 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks but lacks sharpness for detailed visuals.
  • Performance is driven by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 processor and 4GB of RAM, which may struggle with multitasking and demanding applications.
  • The 8 MP rear camera captures decent images, but it lacks optical image stabilization and can only record video at 720p.
  • A 2 MP front camera is available for selfies, though it offers limited quality.
  • The 2200 mAh battery provides basic longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is outdated and may not support newer apps.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the BLU Studio 5.3 II is a basic smartphone with limited performance and outdated specifications.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionD540 - Single SIMD550 - Dual SIM

Display

Size5.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~208 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX531
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions150 x 77 x 10.8 mm (5.91 x 3.03 x 0.43 in)
Weight210 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass