BlackBerry Curve 8310
#9667
BlackBerry Curve 8530
#7999Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Curve 8310
BlackBerry Curve 8530
Performance
25.335.7
Camera
0.039.6
Display
39.422.1
Battery
11.611.9
Build
15.015.0
Connectivity
9.619.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.716.7
Summary
- The BlackBerry Curve 8310 features a 2.5-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, while the Curve 8530 has a slightly smaller 2.46-inch display but maintains the same resolution, resulting in a marginally higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the 8310 is powered by a 312 MHz CPU and 64MB of RAM, whereas the 8530 offers a more capable 528 MHz CPU and 256MB of RAM, enhancing its overall speed and multitasking ability.
- Both models have a 2 MP rear camera, but the 8530 adds video recording capabilities.
- The 8310 has a 1100 mAh battery, while the 8530's battery is slightly larger at 1150 mAh, providing a minor advantage in longevity.
- Both devices run on BlackBerry OS, but the 8530 operates on a newer version, BlackBerry OS 5.0, which may offer a slightly improved software experience.
- The 8530 also includes Wi-Fi connectivity, absent in the 8310, enhancing its internet capabilities.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Curve 8310
BlackBerry Curve 8530
General
Release Date
2007
2009
Announced
2007
2009
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
2.5"
2.46"
Type
65K colors
TFT, 65K colors
Resolution
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~160 ppi density)
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~163 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
32-bit Intel XScale PXA272 312 MHz
528 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
64MB ROM
256MB ROM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
No
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1100 mAh
1150 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
107 x 60 x 15.5 mm (4.21 x 2.36 x 0.61 in)
109 x 60 x 13.9 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 0.55 in)
Weight
111 g
106 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Silver
Black, Purple
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.09 W/kg (head) 1.11 W/kg (body)
1.24 W/kg (head) 0.66 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
CDMA / EVDO
Network Speed
N/A
EV-DO Rev.0, 153.2 Kbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
miniUSB 2.0
microUSB
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
BlackBerry OS 5.0
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A