BLU Energy X
The BLU Energy X is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.1 (Lollipop)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 142 x 70 x 8.9 mm (5.59 x 2.76 x 0.35 in)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 154g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, September. Released 2015, September
⚙️ Performance
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
154g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
142 x 70 x 8.9 mm (5.59 x 2.76 x 0.35 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - E010Q
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BLU Energy X does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the BLU Energy X does not have NFC.
Yes, the BLU Energy X supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Yes, the BLU Energy X supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Yes, the BLU Energy X has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BLU Energy X ships with Android 5.1 (Lollipop).
The BLU Energy X uses microUSB 2.0.
The BLU Energy X supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
The BLU Energy X has 4.0, A2DP.
