| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
|---|---|---|
| Launch | Announced | 2017, June. Released 2017, June |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 157.5 x 78.6 x 9.1 mm (6.20 x 3.09 x 0.36 in) |
| Weight | 187 g (6.60 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~67.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 2650 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 700 h (2G) / Up to 650 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 22 h (2G) / Up to 16 h (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BLU Grand XL
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
Tailored to serve as an indispensable productivity companion, the BLU Grand XL merges sleek aesthetics with purposeful, distraction-free utility. Front and center is a luminous responsive IPS LCD screen measuring 5.5 inches , designed to display dense spreadsheets, complex web documents, and long email threads with razor-sharp typography and minimal eye fatigue.
Multitasking agility and heavy application switching are propelled by the Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm). Whether managing multiple communication channels, editing photos on the fly, or streaming heavy video feeds, the hardware responds with instantaneous speed and composed thermal efficiency. Document digitization and impromptu snapshots are handled effortlessly by the primary camera—centered on a 8MP primary sensor—which delivers sharp edge resolution and rapid autofocus lock.
Workday peace of mind is underpinned by a 2650mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to ensure you never run dry during crucial meetings or extended business travel. Summing up, the BLU Grand XL represents a consummate workhorse built for professionals seeking uncompromised mobile reliability.
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