BLU Advance 4.0
$200
Overview
BLU Advance 4.0 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4-inch TFT, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1600 mAh battery.
Priced at $200, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Advance 4.0
The display of BLU Advance 4.0 measures 4 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Advance 4.0 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main, 16MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of BLU Advance 4.0 has 1600mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Advance 4.0 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 550 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 171000.
The memory of BLU Advance 4.0 offers 4GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Advance 4.0 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Advance 4.0 weighs 192g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 125 x 65 x 12.4 mm.
The software of BLU Advance 4.0 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Advance 4.0
BLU Advance 4.0 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Advance 4.0 with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Advance 4.0 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BLU Advance 4.0 has a 1600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BLU Advance 4.0 at $200 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Advance 4.0 supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
BLU Advance 4.0 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Advance 4.0 has a 4-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BLU Advance 4.0 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
4"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 665
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 1700 - A270a |
| 4G LTE Bands | |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $200 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 125 x 65 x 12.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 192 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, P2i Nano coating |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| 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 |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 54:115 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 397 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 665 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 550 |
| AnTuTu Score | 171000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 3.5mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 16MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1600 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 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 | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| 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!