Overall Score
33.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#4445)33.5
Performance(#3688)65.4
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3433)29.0
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4517)48.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BLU Vivo 8
Short Review
- The BLU Vivo 8 features a sleek design with dimensions of 154.5 x 76.5 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 180g, available in black and gold.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with PDAF and a 16 MP front camera for selfies, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.
- The 4010mAh battery supports 10W charging, providing decent longevity without wireless charging.
- Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the BLU Vivo 8 combines a solid build, competent performance, and a decent camera in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4010 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4010 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions154.5 x 76.5 x 8.3 mm (6.08 x 3.01 x 0.33 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 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 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass