BlackBerry 9720
#6711
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
#7076Category Breakdown
BlackBerry 9720
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
Performance
52.662.7
Camera
12.739.6
Display
54.416.9
Battery
14.515.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
25.029.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
22.520.6
Summary
- The BlackBerry 9720 features a 2.8-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 360 pixels, while the Pantech Vega Xpress IM has a larger 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, offering a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Vega Xpress IM is equipped with a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU compared to the 806 MHz Tavor MG1 in the BlackBerry, providing better processing power.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Vega Xpress IM includes autofocus, enhancing its photography capabilities.
- The BlackBerry 9720 has a 1450 mAh battery, slightly less than the 1500 mAh battery in the Vega Xpress IM, which may offer marginally better longevity.
- Software-wise, the BlackBerry runs on BlackBerry OS 7.1, while the Pantech operates on Android 2.2 (Froyo), resulting in different user experiences and app availability.
- Both phones have similar build quality, with the BlackBerry being slightly thicker and heavier than the Pantech.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry 9720
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
General
Release Date
2013
2011
Announced
2013
2010
Description
Also known as BlackBerry 9720 Samoa
For South Korea
Display
Size
2.8"
4"
Type
IPS LCD
TFT
Resolution
480 x 360 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~214 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU
806 MHz Tavor MG1
1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU
N/A
Adreno 205
Memory
512MB ROM, 512MB RAM
512MB DDR2 RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1450 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1450 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
114 x 66 x 12 mm (4.49 x 2.60 x 0.47 in)
122.5 x 63.9 x 10.8 mm (4.82 x 2.52 x 0.43 in)
Weight
120 g
119.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Purple, Blue, Pure Pink
Black, White, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 7.1
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer