BLU Energy M The BLU Energy M is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5" · 146.5 x 73.2 x 10.5 mm (5.77 x 2.88 x 0.41 in)
Chipset Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
RAM 1GB
Storage 8GB
Main Camera 5 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Lightweight at 136g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Basic Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗ Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗ 5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗ Lower-resolution 196 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Gaming Multitasking Multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, August. Released 2016, August
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
196 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Po 4000 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
136g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.5 x 73.2 x 10.5 mm (5.77 x 2.88 x 0.41 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Colors
Grey, White, Pink, Gold, Blue
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 - E110U
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the BLU Energy M support 5G?› No, the BLU Energy M does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Does the BLU Energy M have NFC?› No, the BLU Energy M does not have NFC.
Does the BLU Energy M have expandable storage?› Yes, the BLU Energy M supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the BLU Energy M support dual SIM?› Yes, the BLU Energy M supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Does the BLU Energy M have a headphone jack?› Yes, the BLU Energy M has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the BLU Energy M have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the BLU Energy M ship with?› The BLU Energy M ships with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow).
What type of USB port does the BLU Energy M use?› The BLU Energy M uses microUSB 2.0.
Does the BLU Energy M support Wi-Fi 7?› The BLU Energy M supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the BLU Energy M support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The BLU Energy M has 4.0, A2DP.
