Overall Score
24.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#6360)24.1
Performance(#7511)35.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6550)31.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BLU Studio 5.5 HD
Short Review
- The BLU Studio 5.5 HD features a plastic build with dimensions of 153.8 x 77.4 x 9.1 mm and weighs 183 grams, making it relatively lightweight for its size.
- It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 1GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The device includes a 5 MP rear camera with autofocus and can record video at 1080p@30fps, alongside a 5 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2500 mAh, providing basic usage without fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 5.1 (Lollipop), the software experience may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
- The phone is available in black, white, and gold color options.
- There are no stereo speakers, but it does include a headphone jack.
- Overall, the BLU Studio 5.5 HD offers basic features suitable for everyday tasks.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, f/2.4, 1/4.0", AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.8 x 77.4 x 9.1 mm (6.06 x 3.05 x 0.36 in)
Weight183 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM/ Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity