Overall Score
56.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4862)56.2
Performance(#4034)60.3
Camera(#3220)42.5
Display(#3071)70.5
Battery(#4064)43.5
Build(#10437)68.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Vivo XI
Short Review
- The BLU Vivo XI features a sleek design with dimensions of 149 x 72.9 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 187g, available in black and silver.
- Its 5.9-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels at a density of approximately 285 ppi, providing decent visuals without HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, it utilizes an octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and a PowerVR GE8320 GPU, ensuring satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 16 MP rear camera with PDAF and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a 3000 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.1 Oreo, it is upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie, providing a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0, although it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The absence of stereo speakers is noted, but it does include a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the BLU Vivo XI presents a balanced combination of features for users seeking a functional smartphone.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionFor USA
Display
Size5.9"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~285 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.0", 1.10µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions149 x 72.9 x 7.9 mm (5.87 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
Weight187 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Silver
Foldable✗
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 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes