BLU Studio J5
$70
Overview
BLU Studio J5 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 653 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2300 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Studio J5
The display of BLU Studio J5 measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Studio J5 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BLU Studio J5 has 2300mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Studio J5 is powered by the Snapdragon 653 chipset with Mali-T720MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 800 single-core and 2500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 60000.
The memory of BLU Studio J5 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Studio J5 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of BLU Studio J5 weighs 130.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 142.8 x 73 x 9.6 mm.
The software of BLU Studio J5 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with Android Stock. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Studio J5
BLU Studio J5 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Studio J5 with Snapdragon 653 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Studio J5 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BLU Studio J5 has a 2300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BLU Studio J5 at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Studio J5 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
BLU Studio J5 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Studio J5 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The BLU Studio J5 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 653
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 142.8 x 73 x 9.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 130.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Grey", "Gold", "Rose Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 66.1 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 653 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Qualcomm Spectra 160 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X8 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 800 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 60000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | N/A |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2300 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | 5V/1A |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Stock |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | N/A |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!