BlackBerry Classic
#6208
ZTE Geek V975
#5572Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Classic
ZTE Geek V975
Performance
51.848.0
Camera
19.139.6
Display
43.756.5
Battery
22.120.8
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
55.136.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
24.827.2
Summary
- The BlackBerry Classic features a smaller 3.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 720 pixels, while the ZTE Geek V975 has a larger 5.0-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, both offering similar pixel densities.
- In terms of performance, the Classic is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset with a dual-core CPU at 1.5 GHz, whereas the Geek V975 uses an Intel Atom Z2580 with a dual-core CPU at 2.0 GHz, providing slightly better processing speed.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Classic has a 2 MP front camera compared to the Geek's 1 MP.
- The Classic's battery capacity is 2515 mAh, slightly higher than the Geek's 2300 mAh, which may offer better longevity.
- The BlackBerry runs on BlackBerry OS 10.3.1, while the ZTE operates on Android 4.2.2, resulting in different software experiences and app ecosystems.
- Build quality-wise, the Classic is heavier at 177g and thicker at 10.2 mm compared to the Geek's 148g and 9.5 mm.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Classic
ZTE Geek V975
General
Release Date
2014
2013
Announced
2014
2013
Description
Also known as BlackBerry Q20
Also known as ZTE Geek U988S for China Mobile with Nvidia Tegra 4, 1.8 GHz processor, 2 MP front camera and 1080p display
Display
Size
3.5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD,
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 720 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
Intel Atom Z2580
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
Dual-core 2.0 GHz
GPU
Adreno 225
PowerVR SGX544MP2
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP
1 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2515 mAh
2300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2515 mAh, non-removable
Li-ion 2300 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
131 x 72.4 x 10.2 mm (5.16 x 2.85 x 0.40 in)
145 x 70 x 9.5 mm (5.71 x 2.76 x 0.37 in)
Weight
177 g
148 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Bronze, Cobalt blue
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM
Yes
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort)
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 10.3.1, upgradable to 10.3.2
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass