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BLU Advance 4.0 L2

$50

Overview

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 4-inch TFT, Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) chipset, 3.15 main camera, and 1300 mAh battery.

Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of BLU Advance 4.0 L2

The display of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 measures 4 inches with TFT technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.

Size
4 inches
Type
TFT
Resolution
480x800 pixels
Refresh Rate
90Hz
Peak Brightness
250 nits

The camera system of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.

Main Sensor
3.15
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
720p

The battery of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 has 1300mAh capacity with 15 wired charging.

Capacity
1300mAh
Wired Charging
15

The performance of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 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.

Chipset
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400MP2
Geekbench Single
300
Geekbench Multi
800
AnTuTu Score
25000

The memory of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 offers 4GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.

RAM Options
4GB
Storage Options
4GB
RAM Type
DDR3
Storage Type
4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC

The connectivity of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.0
NFC
No

The build of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 weighs 122.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 133.7 x 65.8 x 10.8 mm.

Dimensions
133.7 x 65.8 x 10.8 mm
Weight
122.0g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of BLU Advance 4.0 L2 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
UI
Stock Android
Update Policy
1 years

Compare BLU Advance 4.0 L2

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 vs Samsung Galaxy A34

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 offers competitive value at $50 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$50 price point
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
4" display

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 vs Motorola Moto G Power

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 offers competitive value at $50 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$50 price point
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
4" display

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 offers competitive value at $50 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$50 price point
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
4" display

Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Advance 4.0 L2

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 has a 3.15 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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BLU Advance 4.0 L2 with Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 has a 1300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 supports 15 wired charging.

Related: fast charging

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 has a 4-inch TFT with 90Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The BLU Advance 4.0 L2 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

3.15

Chipset

Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 - A030U
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMini-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2016
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$70

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)133.7 x 65.8 x 10.8 mm
Weight (g)122.0
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Black", "White", "Green", "Pink"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionN/A
Notification/Alert
HapticsN/A

Display

Panel TypeTFT
Size (inches)4
Resolution (px)480x800 pixels
Aspect Ratio9:20
Pixel Density (ppi)260
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)51.8
Refresh Rate (Hz)90
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)60
Peak Brightness (nits)250
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetMediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesN/A
ModemMediatek MT6580
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-Core300
Geekbench Multi-Core800
AnTuTu Score25000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM4GB
RAM TypeDDR3
Storage4GB
Storage Type4GB 512MB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor3.15
Main Sensor Size1/5 inch
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/1.8
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution720p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow MotionN/A
Video StabilizationN/A
Night Mode FeaturesN/A
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution5
Sensor SizeN/A
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video480p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockN/A

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res AudioN/A
Spatial Audio / Dolby AtmosN/A
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0
NFC
IR BlasterN/A
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Side-Mounted)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall SensorN/A
Color Temp SensorN/A
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)1300
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging15
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)N/A
Full Charge TimeN/A
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box
Battery Health FeaturesN/A

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherStock Android
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeN/A
Privacy FeaturesN/A
AccessibilityN/A
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

BLU Advance 4.0 L2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.5/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the BLU Advance 4.0 L2 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.3 stars)
Pros
  • + Excellent value for money
Cons
  • - Display could be brighter or smoother
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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