BlackBerry 8700c
#10392
Cubot C21
#7010Category Breakdown
BlackBerry 8700c
Cubot C21
Performance
25.232.0
Camera
2.52.5
Display
39.428.4
Battery
11.63.3
Build
0.276.1
Connectivity
8.57.5
Audio
8.90.0
Overall
10.320.9
Summary
- The BlackBerry 8700c, released in 2004, features a 2.6-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, while the Cubot C21, launched in 2023, has a smaller 1.32-inch TFT LCD display with a higher resolution of 360 x 360 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the BlackBerry is equipped with a 312 MHz CPU and 64MB of RAM, whereas the Cubot offers 128GB of RAM, indicating a significant advancement in processing capabilities.
- Both devices lack rear and selfie cameras, but the Cubot's modern design includes a zinc alloy frame, contrasting with the BlackBerry's bulkier build.
- The BlackBerry has an 1100mAh battery, while the Cubot has a smaller 300mAh capacity, which may affect longevity.
- Both run proprietary operating systems, with the BlackBerry using BlackBerry OS, reflecting the software experience of their respective eras.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry 8700c
Cubot C21
General
Release Date
2004
2023
Announced
2004
2023
Description
BlackBerry 8700c in US from Cingular WirelessBlackBerry 8700r in Canada from Rogers WirelessBlackBerry 8700f in France from OrangeBlackBerry 8700v for Vodafone
N/A
Display
Size
2.6"
1.32"
Type
65K colors
TFT LCD
Resolution
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
360 x 360 pixels (~386 ppi density)
PPI
320
360
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
Intel PXA901 312 MHz
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
64MB 16MB RAM
128MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
No
Camera
Main Camera
N/A
N/A
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
N/A
N/A
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1100 mAh
300 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
300 mAh
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
110 x 69.5 x 19.5 mm (4.33 x 2.74 x 0.77 in)
46.5 x 46.5 x 13 mm (1.83 x 1.83 x 0.51 in)
Weight
134 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
Zinc alloy frame
Colors
N/A
Black, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
No
Network
GSM
No cellular connectivity
Network Speed
N/A
No
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
Yes
5.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Proprietary
No
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
No
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS
Proprietary OS
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, heart rate, SpO2, blood pressure