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Palm Pre (CDMA) vs Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)

Side by side comparison between Palm Pre vs Blu Life Pure XL phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Blu Life Pure XL X Palm Pre (CDMA) 03Points
Palm Pre (CDMA)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.1"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

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27Points Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB) Compare Palm Pre X
Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
5.5"
LTPS

1080x1920

16
MP

8mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)

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Pre (CDMA)} 3 Advantages Palm Pre (CDMA) vs Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)} 27 Advantages Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
+135 grams (4.73 ounces)13%
Lighter		vs152 grams (5.32 ounces)
+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster		vs3G+ HSPA+
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
600MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)vs+2.2GHz 32bit Quad-core4 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB SDRAMvs+2GB LPDDR37 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GBvs+16GB100%
More internal storage for applications and files
16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)vs+9.5 millimeters (0.37 inches)78%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+LTPS LCDAdvantage
LTPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixelsvs+1080x1920 pixels13 times
Higher resolution screen
186 PPIvs+401 PPI116%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.1"vs+5.5"77%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(back) 16MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+Only digital zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 8MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (176x144)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)81 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
6000 apps (Palm App Catalog)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)582 times
More apps available to download and use
(4G LTE) 3.1 Mbpsvs+(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps13 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1150 mAhvs+2500 mAh117%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
802.11 b/g [wifi3]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.1 + A2DPvs+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
12 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
+5 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
ModelPre (CDMA)Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Other model namesPalm Pre 1 CDMA, Palm Castle CBlu L259 Life Pure XL, Blu Life Pure XL 16GB L259
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)		feature not registered
BrandPalmBlu
Release date6/6/20095/2/2014
Depth16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)9.5 millimeters (0.37 inches)
Size (width x height)59.57 x 100.53 millimeters (2.35 x 3.96 in)75 x 150.6 millimeters (2.95 x 5.93 in)
Weight135 grams (4.73 ounces)152 grams (5.32 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic bodyfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Display typeTFT LCDLTPS LCD
Screen size3.1" inches5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~47.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~73.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)186 PPI401 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
System versionPalm webOS 1.0Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Chipset32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3430 (65nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8274AB
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)		Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.2GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR SGX530 MP1Qualcomm Adreno 330
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
RAM memory256MB SDRAM2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage8GB16GB
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3.1 Mbps42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandNot supportedQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DOUMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels16 megapixels
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels3456x4608 pixels
Video recording (primary)QCIF (176x144)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedfeature not registered
ZoomNot supportedOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported8 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellation1 microphone2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC

🔌 Connectivity

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSGPSA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedfeature not registered

🧭 Sensors

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP1		LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1150 mAh2500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy5 hours15 hours
Standby300 hours (12.5 days)600 hours (25 days)

➕ Other features

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice recorder
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserfeature not registeredHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• Palm Touchstone charging dock compliant
• Microsoft Office 2007
• Java framework		• Colors: Black, Pink, Blue, White
• USB OTG On-The-Go 1.3
• Polycarbonate body
• 1.34µm pixel size camera
• DTS Surround sound enhancement
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Palm Pre (CDMA)Blu Life Pure XL (L259 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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