Overall Score
53.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#6808)53.9
Performance(#11674)51.3
Camera(#5099)42.1
Display(#6209)67.5
Battery(#4153)43.5
Build(#68)79.8
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Z10
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Z10 features a compact design with dimensions of 130 x 65.6 x 9 mm and a weight of 137.5g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 4.2-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 355 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by a Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset, it operates with a dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU and Adreno 225 GPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is 8 MP with f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a basic 2 MP.
- The battery capacity is 1800 mAh, and it does not support wireless charging.
- Running on BlackBerry OS 10, it can be upgraded to version 10.3.1, providing a unique user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device lacks stereo speakers and features a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the BlackBerry Z10 combines a sturdy build with moderate performance and essential features for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.2"
TypeTFT
Resolution768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~355 ppi density)
PPI768
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions130 x 65.6 x 9 mm (5.12 x 2.58 x 0.35 in)
Weight137.5 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemBlackBerry OS 10, upgradable to 10.3.1
OS VersionBlackBerry OS 10, upgradable to 10.3.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes