BLU Studio 5.0
#7601
Sharp SH530U
#7494Category Breakdown
BLU Studio 5.0
Sharp SH530U
Performance
33.343.0
Camera
15.439.6
Display
39.116.9
Battery
18.918.1
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
29.829.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
18.218.6
Summary
- The BLU Studio 5.0 and Sharp SH530U both feature a 5.0-inch display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, but the BLU uses an LCD panel while the Sharp utilizes a TFT panel.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with the Mediatek MT6577 chipset and a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU; however, the Sharp offers significantly more RAM at 20GB compared to the BLU's 4GB.
- Both cameras are 5 MP with autofocus, but the Sharp has video capabilities while the BLU records at 720p.
- The BLU Studio 5.0 has a slightly larger battery capacity at 2000 mAh compared to the Sharp's 1950 mAh.
- Software-wise, the BLU runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), while the Sharp operates on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), indicating a more updated experience for the BLU.
- In terms of build quality, the BLU is slightly thicker and heavier than the Sharp, which is marginally lighter and thinner.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Studio 5.0
Sharp SH530U
General
Release Date
2013
2012
Announced
2013
2012
Description
D530 - Single SIMD520 - Dual SIM
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
LCD
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX531u
PowerVR SGX531u
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
20GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
1950 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1950 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
144 x 74 x 10.7 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.42 in)
146.5 x 81 x 9.9 mm (5.77 x 3.19 x 0.39 in)
Weight
170 g
168.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Snowy White, Cherry Red
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 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0
4.0, 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 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass