Overall Score
10.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#10042)10.8
Performance(#9865)17.7
Camera(#10079)10.6
Display(#9605)22.3
Battery(#7869)14.0
Build(#2749)17.2
Connectivity(#8358)19.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Storm 9500
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Storm 9500 features a compact design with dimensions of 112.5 x 62.2 x 14 mm and weighs 155 grams, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 3.25-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 360 x 480 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 185 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM7600 chipset with a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 1GB of RAM, which may struggle with multitasking.
- The camera is a 3.15 MP rear unit with autofocus, but it does not support optical image stabilization and records video at 320p.
- The 1400 mAh battery capacity provides basic usage, but charging capabilities are limited, and there is no wireless charging.
- Running on BlackBerry OS, the software experience is tailored for productivity, though it lacks modern app support.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0 and microUSB 2.0, but there is no WiFi or NFC.
- The device does not have stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the BlackBerry Storm 9500 combines a unique touch interface with essential features, but its performance and connectivity options may feel outdated.
Specifications
General
Release Date2008
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size3.25"
TypeTFT, 65K colors
Resolution360 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~185 ppi density)
PPI360
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7600
CPU528 MHz ARM 11
GPUAdreno 130
Memory1GB 128MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording320p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions112.5 x 62.2 x 14 mm (4.43 x 2.45 x 0.55 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR0.57 W/kg (head) 0.50 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemBlackBerry OS
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer