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BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB - Features and reviews

Created date: 2018-09-30 21:40:49, Updated date: 2020-04-16 18:03:18

We've conducted a detailed review of the BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB, looking into its battery, how easy it is to use the camera, and whether the CPU performance is high or low. Not only that, but we've also evaluated how portable and easy to hold it is, as well as how nice the display is.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's features, performance, reviews

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's camera specs

"BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has a 8.0MP main camera, which can serve you well in most cases. However, you might feel a little dissatisfied with the quality of the images.

Also, "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has an 2.0MP front camera, which is a very low figure. Unless you do not care about image quality, you should probably choose a higher-grade smartphone.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's battery performance

The battery performance of the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" is 2000.0mAh, which is a normal capacity. Compared to other smartphones, the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has a normal amount of battery life. There is nothing to be worried about with everyday use. However, if you are using the internet or playing a game for a long time, you might feel a bit frustrated with the battery life.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's size

The "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has a width of 69.8mm, a length of 145.0mm, and a thickness of 7.5mm. Men with large hands can easily operate it single-handedly, but a woman with a small hand might feel like the size is a bit bigger. In addition, the weight of the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" is about 136.0g. Even if you are operating it with one hand it feels almost weightless. However, depending on the person, you may feel tired after using it for a while.

Assessing the overall ease of carrying the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" in terms of size and weight, it will not be a problem for everyday use.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's screen

"BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has a 5.0inch display. It is large enough and you will rarely encounter issues due to the screen size. However, note that it is not very suited for writing long text.

"BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has a mid-range screen. It is OK for normal use, but if you want to enjoy photos, videos, or games at their best, you may feel dissatisfied.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's CPU specs

With the 1.7GHz×8(8.0-cores) for processing power, the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has relatively high performance. Among all smartphones released to date, its performance is positioned between high level and middle class, but you won't feel any stress using most apps. For lighter 3D games you will almost always be able to play without complaint. And for 2D gaming you will probably feel hardly any stress.

The "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" has only 1.0GB of RAM, quite a small amount. Cases of insufficient RAM occur regularly so even when using light apps there will be instability in operation and jerkiness.

Evaluating the overall speed of operation of the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB", it is categorized as a mid-range to low-end smartphone. You won't have much problem with everyday use but there will probably be a few cases when you feel it is slightly lacking in performance.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's storage size

The data storage capacity of the "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" is 8.0GB, and if its main use is for texting and social media then there is no problem, but if you plan to use it for things like photography, filming, and games, you should go with one that is a step up.

The "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" is compatible with SD cards, so it is possible to increase the capacity easily. Therefore, you probably do not need to be concerned with the storage capacity.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's general rating

The "BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB" is a relatively capable smartphone. If used as the main smartphone, it may be somewhat inconvenient for everyday use, but it is at a generally acceptable level.

Advantages and disadvantages of BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

Advantages of BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

  • It is easy to hold, and you can use it comfortably with one hand.
  • It is lightweight.
  • The display is large, so text and images appear clear on the screen.

Disadvantages of BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

  • It has a very low-grade front camera, so it should not be considered as a main camera.

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB 's specs

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB
ImageBLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB
MakerBLU
Release date2014-05
ColorWhite/Yellow/Pink/Orange
OSAndroid
Dimensions (width x height x thickness)69.8mm x 145.0mm x 7.5mm
Weight136.0g
Display size5.0inch
Display typeIPS LCD
Screen resolution (width x height)720 x 1280
Pixel density293ppi
Battery capacity2000.0mAh
ChipsetMediatek MT6592
CPU specs1.7GHz×8(8.0-cores)
RAM size1.0GB
Storage size8.0GB
Rear-camera resolution8.0MP
Front-camera resolution2.0MP

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General rating: 44.9/100

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general rating

ImageProduct nameReviewLevel of recommendation based on the comparison of the differences between the twogeneral rating

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

44.9-Color:White/Yellow/Pink/Orange, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):69.8mm x 145.0mm x 7.5mm, Weight:136.0g, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):720 x 1280, Pixel density:293ppi, Display size:5.0inch, OS:Android

BLU Studio 6.0 HD 4GB

39.0Color:Black/White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):83.0mm x 168.0mm x 8.5mm, Weight:206.0g, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):720 x 1280, Pixel density:244ppi, Display size:6.0inch, OS:Android

BLU Life Pure XL 32GB

57.0Color:Black/White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):75.0mm x 150.6mm x 9.5mm, Weight:152.0g, Display type:LTPS IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):1080 x 1920, Pixel density:400ppi, Display size:5.5inch, OS:Android

BLU Studio 5.0 LTE 4GB

40.9Color:White/Pink/Yellow/Orange, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):72.5mm x 145.5mm x 9.0mm, Weight:162.0g, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:220ppi, Display size:5.0inch, OS:Android

BLU Neo 4.5 (2014) 4GB

39.2Color:Black/White/White+Black, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):63.0mm x 136.0mm x 10.5mm, Weight:135.0g, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):480 x 854, Pixel density:217ppi, Display size:4.5inch, OS:Android

BLU Neo 3.5 (2014) 512MB

30.2Color:White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):62.0mm x 117.0mm x 11.0mm, Weight:101.0g, Display type:TFT, Screen resolution (width x height):320 x 480, Pixel density:164ppi, Display size:3.5inch, OS:Android

BLU Studio 5.0 S II 4GB

37.4Color:White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):70.9mm x 145.0mm x 8.3mm, Weight:155.0g, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:220ppi, Display size:5.0inch, OS:Android

BLU Studio 5.5 S 4GB

37.0Color:White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):77.6mm x 156.0mm x 8.9mm, Weight:166.0g, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:200ppi, Display size:5.5inch, OS:Android

grip

ImageProduct nameReviewLevel of recommendation based on the comparison of the differences between the twogrip

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

68.1-Color:White/Yellow/Pink/Orange, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):69.8mm x 145.0mm x 7.5mm, Weight:136.0g

BLU Studio 6.0 HD 4GB

46.3Color:Black/White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):83.0mm x 168.0mm x 8.5mm, Weight:206.0g

BLU Life Pure XL 32GB

61.1Color:Black/White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):75.0mm x 150.6mm x 9.5mm, Weight:152.0g

BLU Studio 5.0 LTE 4GB

61.0Color:White/Pink/Yellow/Orange, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):72.5mm x 145.5mm x 9.0mm, Weight:162.0g

BLU Neo 4.5 (2014) 4GB

71.7Color:Black/White/White+Black, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):63.0mm x 136.0mm x 10.5mm, Weight:135.0g

BLU Neo 3.5 (2014) 512MB

84.1Color:White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):62.0mm x 117.0mm x 11.0mm, Weight:101.0g

BLU Studio 5.0 S II 4GB

63.5Color:White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):70.9mm x 145.0mm x 8.3mm, Weight:155.0g

BLU Studio 5.5 S 4GB

56.8Color:White, Dimensions (width x height x thickness):77.6mm x 156.0mm x 8.9mm, Weight:166.0g

screen cleanliness

ImageProduct nameReviewLevel of recommendation based on the comparison of the differences between the twoscreen cleanliness

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

59.9-Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):720 x 1280, Pixel density:293ppi

BLU Studio 6.0 HD 4GB

47.3Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):720 x 1280, Pixel density:244ppi

BLU Life Pure XL 32GB

85.0Display type:LTPS IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):1080 x 1920, Pixel density:400ppi

BLU Studio 5.0 LTE 4GB

36.4Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:220ppi

BLU Neo 4.5 (2014) 4GB

35.1Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):480 x 854, Pixel density:217ppi

BLU Neo 3.5 (2014) 512MB

11.1Display type:TFT, Screen resolution (width x height):320 x 480, Pixel density:164ppi

BLU Studio 5.0 S II 4GB

36.4Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:220ppi

BLU Studio 5.5 S 4GB

27.4Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:200ppi

screen quality

ImageProduct nameReviewLevel of recommendation based on the comparison of the differences between the twoscreen quality

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

71.0-Display size:5.0inch, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):720 x 1280, Pixel density:293ppi

BLU Studio 6.0 HD 4GB

71.9Display size:6.0inch, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):720 x 1280, Pixel density:244ppi

BLU Life Pure XL 32GB

79.9Display size:5.5inch, Display type:LTPS IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):1080 x 1920, Pixel density:400ppi

BLU Studio 5.0 LTE 4GB

61.0Display size:5.0inch, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:220ppi

BLU Neo 4.5 (2014) 4GB

54.2Display size:4.5inch, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):480 x 854, Pixel density:217ppi

BLU Neo 3.5 (2014) 512MB

31.0Display size:3.5inch, Display type:TFT, Screen resolution (width x height):320 x 480, Pixel density:164ppi

BLU Studio 5.0 S II 4GB

61.0Display size:5.0inch, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:220ppi

BLU Studio 5.5 S 4GB

60.2Display size:5.5inch, Display type:IPS LCD, Screen resolution (width x height):540 x 960, Pixel density:200ppi

performance

ImageProduct nameReviewLevel of recommendation based on the comparison of the differences between the twoperformance

BLU Life 8 (2014) 8GB

48.9-OS:Android

BLU Studio 6.0 HD 4GB

16.5OS:Android

BLU Life Pure XL 32GB

63.4OS:Android

BLU Studio 5.0 LTE 4GB

14.9OS:Android

BLU Neo 4.5 (2014) 4GB

6.4OS:Android

BLU Neo 3.5 (2014) 512MB

4.1OS:Android

BLU Studio 5.0 S II 4GB

16.5OS:Android

BLU Studio 5.5 S 4GB

16.5OS:Android

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