BLU Elite 3.8
The BLU Elite 3.8 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Entry-level · Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓3.8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 137g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,600 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 246 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
246 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,600 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery
Weight
137g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
120 x 60 x 11.3 mm (4.72 x 2.36 x 0.44 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
