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BLU Vivo 8
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BLU Vivo 8

Released: 2017, August. Released 2017, AugustPrice: About 250 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.5 inches, 83.4 cm, 2, (~70.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandBLU
ModelBLU Vivo 8
PriceAbout 250 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold
Single16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
StatusDiscontinued
Weight180 g (6.35 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands2, 4, 7, 12, 17
Charging10W wired
FeaturesLED flash
Internal64GB 4GB RAM
Released2017, August. Released 2017, August
Stand-byUp to 750 h (2G) / Up to 700 h (3G)
Announced2017, August. Released 2017, August
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC
Talk timeUp to 28 h (2G) / Up to 22 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions154.5 x 76.5 x 8.3 mm (6.08 x 3.01 x 0.33 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

BLU Vivo 8 Overview

About BLU Vivo 8 BLU Vivo 8 is a discontinued device from BLU's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. BLU Vivo 8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM with Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

BLU Vivo 8 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the BLU Vivo 8?

The BLU Vivo 8 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does BLU Vivo 8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many BLU devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting BLU Vivo 8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the BLU Vivo 8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does BLU Vivo 8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BLU Vivo 8.