Overall Score
35.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#4259)35.1
Performance(#3486)67.2
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3165)56.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Evolve
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Evolve features a solid design with dimensions of 158.9 x 76.1 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 170g, providing a comfortable grip.
- Its 5.99-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, with an octa-core CPU clocked at 1.8 GHz and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a dual 13 MP rear setup with PDAF and a 16 MP front camera, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.
- A robust 4000 mAh battery supports 18W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 8.1 (Oreo), providing a familiar user interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers is noted, while a headphone jack is included for wired audio.
- Overall, the BlackBerry Evolve combines a functional design with adequate performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.99"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF13 MP B/W, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions158.9 x 76.1 x 8.4 mm (6.26 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass