Overall Score
52.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#8479)52.4
Performance(#5246)58.8
Camera(#8621)41.9
Display(#8642)53.4
Battery(#4188)43.5
Build(#2934)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230, released in 2009, features a compact flip design with dimensions of 101 x 50 x 17.5 mm and a weight of 102 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 2.6-inch display supports 65K colors at a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 154 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is modest with 128MB of RAM and 128MB of ROM, suitable for basic tasks but limited for multitasking.
- The rear camera is 2 MP, capable of video recording, but it does not include optical image stabilization or a front-facing camera.
- The 900 mAh battery provides basic power without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on BlackBerry OS, the device lacks modern features like WiFi and 5G, but includes Bluetooth 2.0 for connectivity.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, though it does feature a headphone jack.
- Available in black, red, and pink, the build quality is solid but lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the Pearl Flip 8230 is a straightforward device with essential features for communication.
- Its design and functionality cater to users seeking simplicity and reliability.
Specifications
General
Release Date2009
Announced2009
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size2.6"
Type65K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory128MB RAM, 128MB ROM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera Details2 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity900 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 900 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions101 x 50 x 17.5 mm (3.98 x 1.97 x 0.69 in)
Weight102 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Red, Pink
Foldable✓
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.0, 153.2 Kbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemBlackBerry OS
OS VersionBlackBerry OS
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes