UMIDIGI F2 vs BLU Bold N1: Which should you buy?

American smartphone manufacturer, BLU Products, recently launched a premium brand called Bold and along with it the very first model under that brand. The BLU Bold N1 offers stock Android software in a premium body and one of the phones it goes up against it UMIDIGI’s finest, the F2. How does a UMIDIGI F2 vs BLU Bold N1 comparison pan out? Come along and find out.

BLU joins the group of droid makers that offer guaranteed Android version updates. In this case, the guarantee is for only one Android version update and 2 years security patches.

UMIDIGI F2 vs BLU Bold N1: Quick Specs Comparison

And this is where we must draw up the comparison table of the key specs and features of the two devices, so it is easier to itemize what sets them apart.

The displays on these two Android phones are of similar size and resolution. Where they differ is in the type. The Bold N1 has an AMOLED display, which produce deeper blacks and better contrasts than the IPS LCD on the F2. Both displays are notchless – UMIDIGI went with a punch hole for the selfie camera, while BLU went with an elevating selfie camera mechanism.

Again, without a shootout, there is no way to tell which camera performs better than the other. As such, we shall skip passing judgements on the cameras here.

Both phones also have a fingerprint scanner, though BLU embraces the cutting edge under-display scanner technology, while UMIDIGI has stuck with the regular type. Under the hood, other similarities include Helio P70 chipset and 128GB internal storage on both phones. Both phones have 18W fast battery charging support.

Similarities done with, let’s now move on and examine the features where each phone differs and shines.

UMIDIGI F2 vs BLU Bold N1: Where the F2 has the edge

Under-display fingerprint scanners may be cutting edge, but so far, they haven’t matured yet and have generally not been as reliable or as secure as traditional scanners. As such, we give this score to the UMIDIGI F2.

Expandable memory card support on the F2 is also more robust with cards of up to 256GB supported, compared to the N1’s 128GB. And the F2 has more RAM (6GB) than the Bold N1. And a much bigger battery too.

UMIDIGI F2 vs BLU Bold N1: Where the Bold N1 has the edge

So, what has the Bold N1 got going for it? For starters, an AMOLED display. Secondly, that same display is protected with Gorilla Glass.

The N1 has a sandblasted metal back that is distinctively premium. But it also offers guaranteed software updates, if that is important to you. Lastly, it has one more thing that the UMIDIGI F2 lacks – wireless charging.

UMIDIGI F2 vs BLU Bold N1: Which should you buy?

UMIDIGI F2 clearly has more going for it in terms of useful features than we can point out for the BLU Bold N1, but individuals who are looking for a tastefully designed and crafted smartphone will default to the BLU handset.

On the flip side, individuals who are interested in more performance will likely embrace the UMIDIGI. The line will likely be drawn between the greater capabilities of the F2 and the more premium build of the Bold N1.

But one thing is clear – both droids are solid value for money. What we have here is a case of one trading off some things in order to stay within budget. The question then is, On which side of the wall are you?

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Author: Mister Mobility

Master storyteller and founder of Mobility Nigeria, Mister Mobility, has used and reviewed hundreds of mobile phones since 2001.