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BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930#5460

Released: 2011

BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930

Overall Score

54.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5460)54.8
Performance(#5493)57.3
Camera(#6476)42.0
Display(#6212)67.5
Battery(#4173)43.5
Build(#2920)70.8

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Short Review

  • The BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 features a compact design with dimensions of 115 x 66 x 10.5 mm and a weight of 130g, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 2.8-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 286 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a 1.2 GHz Qualcomm 8655 CPU paired with 768MB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities for its time.
  • The rear camera is 5 MP, capable of recording video at 720p, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity is 1230 mAh, which may require frequent charging given the device's specifications.
  • Running on BlackBerry OS 7.0, it offers a user-friendly interface tailored for productivity.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and NFC support, though it does not support 5G.
  • The device has a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, while it includes a headphone jack for audio.
  • Overall, the BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 is designed for users seeking a reliable, no-frills smartphone experience.
  • Its build quality and features reflect the brand's focus on business-oriented functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionPreviously rumored as BlackBerry Montana

Display

Size2.8"
TypeTFT
Resolution640 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~286 ppi density)
PPI640
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPU1.2 GHz QC 8655
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity1230 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions115 x 66 x 10.5 mm (4.53 x 2.60 x 0.41 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, BlackBerry Maps

Software

Operating SystemBlackBerry OS 7.0
OS VersionBlackBerry OS 7.0

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes