BLU Dash L3
#8270
Samsung Z1
#7469Category Breakdown
BLU Dash L3
Samsung Z1
Performance
36.228.1
Camera
15.411.3
Display
16.940.0
Battery
14.015.2
Build
0.216.6
Connectivity
27.930.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.718.7
Summary
- The BLU Dash L3 features a slightly thicker and heavier build compared to the Samsung Z1, which is more compact and lighter.
- Both devices have a 4.0" display with the same resolution and pixel density, but the Dash L3 uses a TFT panel while the Z1 employs a PLS LCD, potentially offering better viewing angles.
- In terms of performance, the Dash L3 has a marginally faster CPU at 1.3 GHz versus the Z1's 1.2 GHz, although both share the same GPU and RAM capacity.
- The camera specifications are identical with a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Z1 records video at a lower resolution of 480p, while the Dash L3 can capture 720p.
- The Dash L3 has a smaller 1400 mAh battery compared to the Z1's 1500 mAh, which may affect longevity.
- Finally, the Dash L3 runs on Android 6.0, while the Z1 operates on Tizen 2.3, leading to different software experiences.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Dash L3
Samsung Z1
General
Release Date
2017
2015
Announced
2017
2015
Description
N/A
Also known as Samsung Z1 Z130H, Z130H/DS
Display
Size
4"
4"
Type
TFT
PLS LCD
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC7727S
CPU
Dual-core 1.3 GHz
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
Mali-400
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
4GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
480p@15fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 1400 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
127.1 x 64.3 x 11.5 mm (5.00 x 2.53 x 0.45 in)
120.4 x 63.2 x 9.7 mm (4.74 x 2.49 x 0.38 in)
Weight
135 g
112 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Gold, Rose Gold, Grey, Black
White, Black, Wine Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.54 W/kg (head) 0.90 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (MIni-SIM)
Dual SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Tizen 2.3
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer