BLU Vivo 4.8 HD
The BLU Vivo 4.8 HD is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6589T (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.8" · 137 x 70 x 6.9 mm (5.39 x 2.76 x 0.27 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589T (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage16GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.8" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 135g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6589T (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, January. Released 2014, January
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589T (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
306 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
135g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
137 x 70 x 6.9 mm (5.39 x 2.76 x 0.27 in)
Colors
White, Black, Pink, Yellow
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BLU Vivo 4.8 HD does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the BLU Vivo 4.8 HD does not have NFC.
No, the BLU Vivo 4.8 HD does not support a memory card.
The BLU Vivo 4.8 HD SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the BLU Vivo 4.8 HD has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BLU Vivo 4.8 HD ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
The BLU Vivo 4.8 HD uses microUSB 2.0.
The BLU Vivo 4.8 HD supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The BLU Vivo 4.8 HD has 3.0.
