BLU Energy Diamond
$60
Overview
BLU Energy Diamond is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch LCD, Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) chipset, 5 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Energy Diamond
The display of BLU Energy Diamond measures 5 inches with LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x854 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BLU Energy Diamond features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of BLU Energy Diamond has 4000mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Energy Diamond is powered by the Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) chipset with Mali-400MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 300 single-core and 800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 25000.
The memory of BLU Energy Diamond offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Energy Diamond includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Energy Diamond weighs 184.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 147.5 x 71.5 x 12.7 mm.
The software of BLU Energy Diamond runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with Android Stock. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Energy Diamond
BLU Energy Diamond has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Energy Diamond with Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Energy Diamond receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, BLU Energy Diamond supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
BLU Energy Diamond has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
BLU Energy Diamond at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Energy Diamond supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
BLU Energy Diamond is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Energy Diamond has a 5-inch LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The BLU Energy Diamond 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
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 - E130U |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $80 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 147.5 x 71.5 x 12.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 184.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Grey", "White", "Pink", "Gold", "Blue"] |
| 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 | LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 245 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 65.3 |
| 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 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6580 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 300 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| 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/2.2, 3.2mm |
| 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 | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| 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 | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, dual speakers |
| 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 |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 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 | 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) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 180 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 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 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Stock |
| 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!