BLU Studio 5.0 CE
#8121
Samsung Z1
#7469Category Breakdown
BLU Studio 5.0 CE
Samsung Z1
Performance
29.128.1
Camera
15.411.3
Display
34.140.0
Battery
17.415.2
Build
0.216.6
Connectivity
18.630.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.218.7
Summary
- The BLU Studio 5.0 CE features a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, compared to the Samsung Z1's 4.0-inch PLS LCD display at 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a slightly lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with dual-core processors, but the BLU's 1.3 GHz CPU offers marginally better performance than the Z1's 1.2 GHz.
- Both cameras are identical at 3.15 MP, but the BLU supports 720p video recording, while the Z1 is limited to 480p.
- The BLU has a larger 1800 mAh battery compared to the Z1's 1500 mAh, which may provide better longevity.
- In terms of software, the BLU runs on Android 4.4.2, while the Z1 operates on Tizen 2.3, which may offer a different user experience.
- Build quality is also notable, with the BLU being heavier at 171g versus the Z1's 112g, reflecting a more substantial feel.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Studio 5.0 CE
Samsung Z1
General
Release Date
2014
2015
Announced
2014
2015
Description
N/A
Also known as Samsung Z1 Z130H, Z130H/DS
Display
Size
5"
4"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
PLS LCD
Resolution
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 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
N/A
Spreadtrum SC7727S
CPU
Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
Mali-400
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
4GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
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
1800 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
145 x 73 x 9.7 mm (5.71 x 2.87 x 0.38 in)
120.4 x 63.2 x 9.7 mm (4.74 x 2.49 x 0.38 in)
Weight
171 g
112 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Blue, Orange, Pink, White, Yellow
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
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
3.0
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 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Tizen 2.3
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer