Asus M530w
#5555
BLU Dash JR
#5323Category Breakdown
Asus M530w
BLU Dash JR
Performance
64.065.5
Camera
41.941.9
Display
57.057.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
54.755.1
Summary
- The Asus M530w features a 2.4-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, while the BLU Dash JR has a larger 3.5-inch TFT display with a higher resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, providing a slightly better visual experience.
- In terms of performance, the M530w is powered by a 416 MHz Intel XScale CPU with 256MB RAM, whereas the Dash JR utilizes a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU with 512MB RAM, resulting in superior processing capabilities for the latter.
- Both devices have a 2 MP rear camera, but the Dash JR can record video at 480p@30fps, which is not specified for the M530w.
- The M530w has a 1200 mAh battery capacity compared to the Dash JR's 1000 mAh, giving it a slight edge in battery life.
- Software-wise, the M530w runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6, while the Dash JR operates on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), offering a more modern and user-friendly experience.
- Build quality is similar, with the M530w being slightly heavier at 135g compared to the Dash JR's 105g, and both have a compact design.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus M530w
BLU Dash JR
General
Release Date
2008
2013
Announced
2007
2013
Description
N/A
D140 - Dual SIM
Display
Size
2.4"
3.5"
Type
TFT , 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
32-bit Intel XScale PXA270 416 MHz
1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
N/A
Mali-400
Memory
256MB 64MB RAM
512MB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSD (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Main Camera Details
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Details
VGA videocall camera
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1200 mAh
1000 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1000 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
117 x 65 x 13.8 mm (4.61 x 2.56 x 0.54 in)
116.5 x 62 x 12 mm (4.59 x 2.44 x 0.47 in)
Weight
135 g
105 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black, White, Blue, Silver, Pink, Yellow
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / UMTS
GSM
Network Speed
Yes, 384 kbps
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.1
NFC
✗
✗
USB
1.1
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
GPS
Software
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Standard
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
OS Version
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Standard
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
No
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes