BLU Dash Music 4.0
$40
Overview
BLU Dash Music 4.0 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4-inch TFT, Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm) chipset, 3.15 main camera, and 1500 mAh battery.
Priced at $40, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BLU Dash Music 4.0
The display of BLU Dash Music 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 Dash Music 4.0 features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of BLU Dash Music 4.0 has 1500mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of BLU Dash Music 4.0 is powered by the Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm) chipset with Mali-400 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 250 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 10000.
The memory of BLU Dash Music 4.0 offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.
The connectivity of BLU Dash Music 4.0 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of BLU Dash Music 4.0 weighs 128.0g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 124 x 64 x 11.7 mm.
The software of BLU Dash Music 4.0 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BLU Dash Music 4.0
BLU Dash Music 4.0 has a 3.15 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BLU Dash Music 4.0 with Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BLU Dash Music 4.0 has a 1500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BLU Dash Music 4.0 at $40 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BLU Dash Music 4.0 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
BLU Dash Music 4.0 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BLU Dash Music 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 Dash Music 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
3.15
Chipset
Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 - D272a |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 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 | $80 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 124 x 64 x 11.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 128.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White", "Blue", "Silver", "Pink", "Yellow"] |
| 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 | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 294 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 57.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| 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 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6572 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 250 |
| AnTuTu Score | 10000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3.15 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 3.5mm |
| 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 | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/7 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | mp3-aac-wav |
| 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) | 1500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| 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 | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| 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 | phone-charger-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!