Asus P835
#9638
BlackBerry Torch 9850
#8659Category Breakdown
Asus P835
BlackBerry Torch 9850
Performance
17.937.3
Camera
39.614.1
Display
11.216.9
Battery
11.612.7
Build
0.215.7
Connectivity
22.928.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.814.5
Summary
- The Asus P835 features a 3.5-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the BlackBerry Torch 9850 has a slightly larger 3.7-inch TFT display with the same resolution but a lower pixel density of 252 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is equipped with a 1.2 GHz Snapdragon S2 processor compared to the P835's 528 MHz ARM 11, resulting in superior processing capabilities for the Torch.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Torch supports 720p video recording, whereas the P835 does not specify video capabilities.
- The Torch also has a larger battery capacity at 1230 mAh compared to the P835's 1100 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Software-wise, the P835 runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, while the Torch operates on BlackBerry OS 7, which may provide a more modern user experience.
- The Torch includes a headphone jack, absent in the P835, enhancing its multimedia functionality.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus P835
BlackBerry Torch 9850
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
N/A
For VerizonAlso known as BlackBerry Volt
Display
Size
3.5"
3.7"
Type
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~267 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 MSM7201A
Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPU
N/A
Adreno 205
Memory
4GB 288MB RAM
4GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
Yes
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
1100 mAh
1230 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
115 x 59 x 13.8 mm (4.53 x 2.32 x 0.54 in)
120 x 62 x 11.5 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.45 in)
Weight
148 g
135 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
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 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, EV-DO Rev A 3.1 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
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
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
BlackBerry OS 7
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, proximity, compass