Acer Allegro
#7915
BlackBerry Torch 9850
#8659Category Breakdown
Acer Allegro
BlackBerry Torch 9850
Performance
39.537.3
Camera
39.614.1
Display
16.916.9
Battery
13.112.7
Build
0.215.7
Connectivity
27.228.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.914.5
Summary
- The Acer Allegro and BlackBerry Torch 9850 both feature a TFT display with similar resolutions, but the Allegro has a slightly smaller 3.6-inch screen compared to the Torch's 3.7 inches.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is equipped with a faster 1.2 GHz CPU versus the Allegro's 1.0 GHz, although both share the same GPU.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Torch offers 720p video recording, while the Allegro does not specify video quality.
- The Allegro has a slightly larger battery capacity at 1300 mAh compared to the Torch's 1230 mAh.
- The Allegro runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 7.5, while the Torch operates on BlackBerry OS 7, providing distinct software experiences.
- Build quality is comparable, with the Allegro being slightly heavier and thicker than the Torch.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Acer Allegro
BlackBerry Torch 9850
General
Release Date
2011
2011
Announced
2011
2011
Description
Also known as Acer W4, Acer M310
For VerizonAlso known as BlackBerry Volt
Display
Size
3.6"
3.7"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~259 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 205
Adreno 205
Memory
8GB
4GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
720p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1300 mAh
1230 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
116 x 59 x 13 mm (4.57 x 2.32 x 0.51 in)
120 x 62 x 11.5 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.45 in)
Weight
126 g
135 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.90 W/kg (head) 0.66 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, EV-DO Rev A 3.1 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Phone 7.5 Mango
BlackBerry OS 7
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass