BLU Vivo 8
$150
Overview
BLU Vivo 8 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 630 chipset, 13 main camera, and 4010 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Vivo 8
The display of BLU Vivo 8 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Vivo 8 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BLU Vivo 8 has 4010mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Vivo 8 is powered by the Snapdragon 630 chipset with Mali-T860MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 850 single-core and 4100 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 70000.
The memory of BLU Vivo 8 offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Vivo 8 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Vivo 8 weighs 180.0g with Aluminum frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 154.5 x 76.5 x 8.3 mm.
The software of BLU Vivo 8 runs Android 7.0 (Nougat) with Android Stock. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Vivo 8
BLU Vivo 8 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Vivo 8 with Snapdragon 630 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Vivo 8 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BLU Vivo 8 has a 4010mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
BLU Vivo 8 at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Vivo 8 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
BLU Vivo 8 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Vivo 8 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BLU Vivo 8 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 630
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 | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 154.5 x 76.5 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 180.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Black", "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 | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 70.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 630 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T860MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 850 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4100 |
| AnTuTu Score | 70000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.06 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4010 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic charging optimization |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Stock |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool, user 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!