BlackBerry Curve 9360
#8108
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
#7076Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Curve 9360
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
Performance
52.562.7
Camera
11.939.6
Display
16.916.9
Battery
10.315.2
Build
14.80.2
Connectivity
32.529.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.320.6
Summary
- The BlackBerry Curve 9360 features a compact build with dimensions of 109 x 60 x 11 mm and weighs 99g, while the Pantech Vega Xpress IM is slightly larger at 122.5 x 63.9 x 10.8 mm and weighs 119.8g.
- The Curve has a smaller 2.44-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 360 pixels, compared to the Vega's 4.0-inch TFT display at 480 x 800 pixels, offering a better viewing experience.
- In terms of performance, the Curve is powered by an 800MHz CPU, whereas the Vega uses a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU, which may provide better processing capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Vega includes autofocus, enhancing its photographic performance.
- The Curve has a 1000mAh battery, while the Vega offers a larger 1500mAh capacity, potentially leading to longer usage times.
- Finally, the Curve runs on BlackBerry OS 7.0, while the Vega operates on Android 2.2 (Froyo), resulting in different software experiences and app ecosystems.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Curve 9360
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
General
Release Date
2011
2011
Announced
2011
2010
Description
Previously rumored as Curve Apollo
For South Korea
Display
Size
2.44"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 360 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~246 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
800MHz
1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU
N/A
Adreno 205
Memory
512MB 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
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1000 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
109 x 60 x 11 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 0.43 in)
122.5 x 63.9 x 10.8 mm (4.82 x 2.52 x 0.43 in)
Weight
99 g
119.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Purple, Pink
Black, White, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.42 W/kg (head) 1.06 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UMA (carrier-dependent)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 7.0
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer