Overall Score
29.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#5165)29.0
Performance(#6237)43.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#5823)55.2
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#7222)28.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BlackBerry Z3
Short Review
- The BlackBerry Z3 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 140 x 72.8 x 9.3 mm and weighing 164g.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 220 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, a dual-core 1.2 GHz CPU, and 1.5GB of RAM, which provides adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera has a 5 MP sensor with f/2.4 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is 1.1 MP.
- The battery capacity is 2500mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on BlackBerry OS 10.2.1, it can be upgraded to 10.3.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone does not have stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Z3 is a solid device for basic tasks and communication.
- Special features are limited, focusing primarily on essential smartphone functions.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Krait 200
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, f/2.4, 30mm (standard), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera1.1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions140 x 72.8 x 9.3 mm (5.51 x 2.87 x 0.37 in)
Weight164 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemBlackBerry OS 10.2.1, upgradable to 10.3.1
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity