Category Breakdown
BLU Studio 7.0
Plum Optimax 12
Performance
51.354.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
67.567.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
63.863.8
Overall
52.353.2
Summary
- The BLU Studio 7.0 and Plum Optimax 12 both feature a 7.0" TFT display with a resolution of 600 x 1024 pixels, but the Optimax 12 has a slightly more modern build with a lighter weight of 272g compared to the Studio's 299g.
- In terms of performance, the Optimax 12 is equipped with a quad-core CPU, offering better processing capabilities than the dual-core in the Studio 7.0.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Studio 7.0 supports 1080p video recording, while the Optimax 12 is limited to 720p.
- The Studio has a larger 3000mAh battery compared to the 2400mAh battery of the Optimax 12, which may provide longer usage time.
- On the software front, the Studio runs on Android 4.4.2, while the Optimax 12 is more recent with Android 6.0, potentially offering a better user experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Studio 7.0
Plum Optimax 12
General
Release Date
2014
2018
Announced
2014
2018
Description
N/A
Also known as Plum Z712
Display
Size
7"
7"
Type
TFT
TN TFT
Resolution
600 x 1024 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~170 ppi density)
600 x 1024 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~170 ppi density)
PPI
600
600
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Mediatek MT8321 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.3 GHz
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
Mali-400
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Details
5 MP, AF
5 MP
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Details
2 MP
2 MP
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2400 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2400 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
187.5 x 103 x 9.4 mm (7.38 x 4.06 x 0.37 in)
188 x 107.5 x 10.3 mm (7.40 x 4.23 x 0.41 in)
Weight
299 g
272 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Gold, Grey, Blue
Black, Silver, Rose Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
3.0
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS Version
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes

