Overall Score
15.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#8229)15.8
Performance(#6403)42.5
Camera(#9210)14.1
Display(#10454)17.9
Battery(#8336)12.7
Build(#3818)15.2
Connectivity(#5879)37.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
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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
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 FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1230 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions115 x 66 x 10.5 mm (4.53 x 2.60 x 0.41 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR1.38 W/kg (head) 0.78 W/kg (body)
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemBlackBerry OS 7.0
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass