Overall Score
24.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#6169)24.9
Performance(#7511)35.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6471)31.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The BLU Studio Energy features a sturdy build with dimensions of 144.5 x 71.5 x 10.4 mm and a weight of 180g, available in black, white, and gold.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Mali-400 GPU, paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera is 8 MP with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a basic 2 MP.
- A standout feature is its 5000mAh battery, which supports extended usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), offering a basic user experience without the latest software enhancements.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, but it does include a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the BLU Studio Energy is designed for users seeking essential smartphone functionality with a focus on battery life.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions144.5 x 71.5 x 10.4 mm (5.69 x 2.81 x 0.41 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM/ Micro-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 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity