BLU Dash M
$70
Overview
BLU Dash M is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 435 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1800 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Dash M
The display of BLU Dash M measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x854 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Dash M features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of BLU Dash M has 1800mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Dash M is powered by the Snapdragon 435 chipset with Mali-400 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 600 single-core and 1800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 35000.
The memory of BLU Dash M offers 2GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 768MB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Dash M includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Dash M weighs 157.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 145.2 x 73.2 x 9.1 mm.
The software of BLU Dash M runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Dash M
BLU Dash M has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Dash M with Snapdragon 435 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Dash M receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BLU Dash M has a 1800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BLU Dash M at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Dash M supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
BLU Dash M is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Dash M has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BLU Dash 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
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 435
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 - D030U |
| 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 | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145.2 x 73.2 x 9.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 157.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White", "Gold", "Mint Green"] |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 64.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | |
| 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 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 435 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-435 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 600 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 35000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 768MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| 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 | 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) | 1800 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop) |
| 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!