BLU Samba Q
#8377
BLU Smart
#8838Category Breakdown
BLU Samba Q
BLU Smart
Performance
26.924.8
Camera
39.639.6
Display
29.623.6
Battery
6.56.5
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
8.414.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.314.0
Summary
- The BLU Samba Q features a smaller 1.8-inch TFT display compared to the 3.0-inch TFT touchscreen of the BLU Smart, which allows for a more interactive experience.
- In terms of performance, the Samba Q has 64GB of RAM, slightly higher than the Smart's 52GB, but both have limited storage options.
- The camera on the Smart is superior with a 2 MP rear camera versus the Samba Q's VGA, enhancing photo quality.
- Both devices have an 800 mAh battery with no fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The Samba Q is bulkier at 120g and 14mm thick, while the Smart is lighter at 102g and slimmer at 12.2mm.
- Connectivity options differ, with the Smart supporting Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, whereas the Samba Q lacks these features, impacting software experience and usability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Samba Q
BLU Smart
General
Release Date
2011
2010
Announced
2011
2010
Description
Q100 - Single SIM, Q110 - Dual SIM
N/A
Display
Size
1.8"
3"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution
N/A
N/A
PPI
0
0
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
64MB 32MB
52MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
VGA
2 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
800 mAh
800 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
105 x 58 x 14 mm (4.13 x 2.28 x 0.55 in)
104 x 55 x 12.2 mm (4.09 x 2.17 x 0.48 in)
Weight
120 g
102 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Red, Silver, Green, Yellow, Blue, Pink, Purple
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
No
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
No
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A