BLU Life One M
$166
Overview
BLU Life One M is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 460 chipset, 12 main camera, and 2000 mAh battery.
Priced at $166, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Life One M
The display of BLU Life One M 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 Life One M features 1 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BLU Life One M has 2000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Life One M is powered by the Snapdragon 460 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 120 single-core and 450 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 165340.
The memory of BLU Life One M offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of BLU Life One M includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Life One M weighs 200g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 144 x 74 x 9 mm.
The software of BLU Life One M 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 Life One M
BLU Life One M has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Life One M with Snapdragon 460 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Life One M receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BLU Life One M has a 2000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BLU Life One M at $166 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Life One M supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
BLU Life One M is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Life One M has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The BLU Life One M 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
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 460
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - L131L |
| 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 | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $166 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144 x 74 x 9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 200 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Blue", "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 | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Z-axis |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 270 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| 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 460 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 240 1.8 GHz + 4x Kryo 240 1.5 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Snapdragon 460 ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon 460 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 120 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 450 |
| AnTuTu Score | 165340 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
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, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| 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 | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
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 | 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!