BLU Studio J8M LTE
#5078
Lenovo ZUK Z1 mini
#5122Category Breakdown
BLU Studio J8M LTE
Lenovo ZUK Z1 mini
Performance
49.556.5
Camera
27.939.6
Display
56.556.5
Battery
18.91.6
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
42.247.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
29.429.2
Summary
- The BLU Studio J8M LTE features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Lenovo ZUK Z1 mini has a slightly smaller 4.7-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~312 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the BLU is powered by a quad-core Mediatek MT6737 chipset, whereas the Lenovo utilizes an octa-core Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the ZUK Z1 mini includes autofocus, enhancing photo quality.
- The BLU has a 2000 mAh battery, while the Lenovo's battery capacity is unspecified.
- Software-wise, the BLU runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, offering a more recent experience compared to the Lenovo's Android 5.1.1 Lollipop.
- Overall, the BLU Studio J8M LTE offers a larger display and newer software, while the ZUK Z1 mini provides better performance and camera features.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BLU Studio J8M LTE
Lenovo ZUK Z1 mini
General
Release Date
2018
2016
Announced
2018
2016
Description
N/A
Unofficial preliminary specifications
Display
Size
5"
4.7"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-T720
Mali-T860MP2
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC
No
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR
LED flash, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP
Yes
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
N/A
Battery Details
Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable
N/A
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
145 x 72 x 9.4 mm (5.71 x 2.83 x 0.37 in)
N/A
Weight
140 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Gold
White, Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity