Overall Score
41.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#3353)41.8
Performance(#3811)64.3
Camera(#4749)38.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#1482)74.6
Connectivity(#2811)59.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Motion
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Motion features a sturdy design with a glass front, plastic back, and aluminum frame, measuring 155.8 x 75.5 x 8.1 mm and weighing 167g.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset with an octa-core CPU and 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 serves for selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 18W charging but does not offer wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 7.1 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward, though it may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone includes a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the BlackBerry Motion combines a solid build with reliable performance and decent camera capabilities.
- Special features include its water resistance and a focus on productivity, typical of the BlackBerry brand.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/2.0, 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, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions155.8 x 75.5 x 8.1 mm (6.13 x 2.97 x 0.32 in)
Weight167 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS2
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass