BLU Elite 3.8
#7386
Micromax A84
#6774Category Breakdown
BLU Elite 3.8
Micromax A84
Performance
30.629.0
Camera
12.739.6
Display
54.454.4
Battery
16.216.3
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
30.524.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.222.2
Summary
- The BLU Elite 3.8 features a 3.8-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Micromax A84 has a slightly larger 3.98-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution, resulting in a marginally lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the BLU is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 chipset with a Cortex-A5 CPU, whereas the Micromax utilizes a Mediatek MT6575 with a Cortex-A9 CPU, potentially offering better performance.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Micromax A84 supports video recording, while the BLU Elite 3.8 is limited to 480p at 30fps.
- The battery capacity of the Micromax is slightly higher at 1630 mAh compared to the BLU's 1600 mAh.
- Both phones run on Android Gingerbread, but the BLU can be upgraded to Ice Cream Sandwich, providing a slightly better software experience.
- Overall, the Micromax A84 offers a larger display and better performance potential, while the BLU Elite 3.8 has a more recent software upgrade option.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Elite 3.8
Micromax A84
General
Release Date
2012
2012
Announced
2012
2012
Description
N/A
Also known as Micromax A80 Superfone Elite
Display
Size
3.8"
3.98"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~234 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
CPU
1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
Adreno 200
PowerVR SGX531
Memory
1GB 512MB RAM
N/A
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1600 mAh
1630 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1630 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
120 x 60 x 11.3 mm (4.72 x 2.36 x 0.44 in)
125 x 65 x 10.6 mm (4.92 x 2.56 x 0.42 in)
Weight
137 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
2.0
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer