Overall Score
41.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#3328)41.9
Performance(#3815)64.3
Camera(#4918)37.5
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4064)26.6
Build(#1460)74.8
Connectivity(#2016)65.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Keyone
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Keyone features a robust design with a glass front, plastic back, and aluminum frame, measuring 149.1 x 72.4 x 9.4 mm and weighing 180g.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1620 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 434 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera is a 12 MP unit capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- The 3500 mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running Android 7.1 Nougat, it can be upgraded to Android 8.1 Oreo, offering a familiar user interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- Special features include a physical keyboard for enhanced typing efficiency and a durable build with Gorilla Glass 4.
- The device does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, the BlackBerry Keyone combines classic design with modern specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: BBB100-1 (Canada, LATAM, APAC, US V1); BBB100-2 (EMEA); BBB100-3 (US V2); BBB100-4 (India); BBB100-6 (Japan)Also known as BlackBerry Mercury
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1620 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~434 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", 1.55µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3, 50% in 36 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions149.1 x 72.4 x 9.4 mm (5.87 x 2.85 x 0.37 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack/Silver, Black, Bronze
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM - BBB100-4 only
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat9 450/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS2
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass