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BlackBerry Torch 9800

BlackBerry Torch 9800

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LG Optimus L5 E610

LG Optimus L5 E610

#7085

Category Breakdown

BlackBerry Torch 9800
LG Optimus L5 E610
Performance
24.932.5
Camera
12.512.7
Display
16.353.5
Battery
13.115.2
Build
16.316.5
Connectivity
24.634.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.920.6

Summary

  • The BlackBerry Torch 9800 features a smaller 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 360 x 480 pixels, while the LG Optimus L5 E610 has a larger 4.0-inch IPS LCD display at 320 x 480 pixels.
  • In terms of performance, the LG model is powered by an 800 MHz Cortex-A5 CPU, compared to the 624 MHz CPU in the BlackBerry, which may result in better overall responsiveness.
  • Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the LG can record video at 30fps, offering smoother playback than the 24fps of the BlackBerry.
  • The battery capacity of the LG is higher at 1500 mAh versus 1300 mAh in the BlackBerry, potentially providing longer usage time.
  • The BlackBerry runs on BlackBerry OS 6.0, while the LG operates on Android 4.0, which may offer a more versatile software experience.
  • The LG also supports NFC and has a slightly lighter build, weighing 125g compared to the BlackBerry's 161g.

Side-by-side Specification Comparison

BlackBerry Torch 9800
LG Optimus L5 E610

General

Release Date

2010
2012

Announced

2010
2012

Description

Previously rumored as BlackBerry Slider 9800For AT&T
Also known as LG Optimus L5 Dual E612

Display

Size

3.2"
4"

Type

TFT
IPS LCD

Resolution

360 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~188 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~144 ppi density)

PPI

360
320

Refresh Rate

60Hz
60Hz

HDR Support

Protection

N/A
N/A

Performance

Chipset

N/A
Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1

CPU

624 MHz
800 MHz Cortex-A5

GPU

N/A
Adreno 200

Memory

4GB 512MB RAM
4GB (2.5GB user available), 512MB RAM

Expandable Storage

Card Slot

microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera

5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF

Main Camera Features

LED flash
LED flash

Front Camera

N/A
N/A

Front Camera Features

N/A
N/A

Video Recording

480p@24fps
480p@30fps

Selfie Video

N/A
N/A

Optical Stabilization

Night Mode

Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity

1300 mAh
1500 mAh

Battery Details

Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery

Charging Details

N/A
N/A

Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions

111 x 62 x 14.6 mm (4.37 x 2.44 x 0.57 in)
118.3 x 66.5 x 9.5 mm (4.66 x 2.62 x 0.37 in)

Weight

161 g
125 g

Materials

N/A
N/A

Colors

Black, White, Dark Orange
Black, White

Foldable

SAR

0.91 W/kg (head)     0.68 W/kg (body)
0.74 W/kg (head)     0.85 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIM

Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM

Network

GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA

Network Speed

HSPA
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps

5G

4G

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UMA (carrier-dependent)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot

Bluetooth

2.1, A2DP
3.0, A2DP

NFC

USB

microUSB 2.0
microUSB 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 6.0
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

Fingerprint

Face Unlock

Sensors

Proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass