Overall Score
54.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#6525)54.1
Performance(#5476)57.3
Camera(#6458)42.0
Display(#7187)64.3
Battery(#4126)43.5
Build(#2876)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Bold 9790
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Bold 9790 features a compact design with dimensions of 110 x 60 x 11.4 mm and a weight of 107 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 2.45-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 360 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 245 ppi.
- Powered by a 1.0 GHz Marvel Tavor MG1 processor and 768MB of RAM, the performance is adequate for basic tasks, though multitasking may be limited.
- The rear camera has a 5 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p, but lacks advanced features like optical image stabilization.
- The 1230 mAh battery provides moderate longevity, but it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on BlackBerry OS 7.0, the software experience is tailored for productivity, though it may feel outdated compared to modern systems.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in black and white, but lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the BlackBerry Bold 9790 is designed for users who prioritize messaging and basic functionality over multimedia capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionAlso known as RIM BlackBerry Onyx III, RIM BlackBerry Bellagio
Display
Size2.45"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 360 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUMarvel Tavor MG1 1.0 GHz
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording480p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1230 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery (JM-1)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions110 x 60 x 11.4 mm (4.33 x 2.36 x 0.45 in)
Weight107 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemBlackBerry OS 7.0
OS VersionBlackBerry OS 7.0
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes