BLU Life XL
#4615
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core
#4410Category Breakdown
BLU Life XL
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core
Performance
50.552.7
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.542.1
Battery
23.224.2
Build
0.265.7
Connectivity
45.544.0
Audio
87.68.9
Overall
32.233.8
Summary
- The BLU Life XL features a larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy A01 Core has a slightly smaller 5.3-inch PLS LCD with a higher resolution of 720 x 1480 pixels, resulting in a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Life XL is powered by an octa-core MediaTek MT6592M, offering better multitasking capabilities compared to the quad-core Mediatek MT6739 in the A01 Core.
- The camera on the Life XL is superior with a 13 MP rear camera versus the A01 Core's 8 MP, although both support 1080p video recording.
- The A01 Core has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the Life XL's 2820 mAh, providing slightly better endurance.
- Software-wise, the Life XL runs on Android 5.1, while the A01 Core operates on Android 10 (Go edition), offering a more updated software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with both devices using plastic materials, but the A01 Core is lighter at 150g compared to the Life XL's 168g.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Life XL
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core
General
Release Date
2016
2020, July 21
Announced
2016
2020, July 21
Description
N/A
Also known as Samsung Galaxy A3 Core
Display
Size
5.5"
5.3"
Type
IPS LCD
PLS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
720 x 1480 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~311 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
MediaTek MT6592MQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6739 (28 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-450MP4Adreno 306
PowerVR GE8100
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP, f/2.4
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2820 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 2820 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
155.4 x 79.3 x 8.5 mm (6.12 x 3.12 x 0.33 in)
141.7 x 67.5 x 8.6 mm (5.58 x 2.66 x 0.34 in)
Weight
168 g
150 g
Materials
N/A
Plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, White
Black, Blue, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Android 10 (Go edition)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer