BlackBerry Torch 9800
#9602
Nokia 801T
#8912Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia 801T
Performance
24.935.1
Camera
12.515.4
Display
16.316.3
Battery
13.113.1
Build
16.30.2
Connectivity
24.633.6
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.913.8
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9800 features a 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 360 x 480 pixels, while the Nokia 801T has a larger 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, offering a wider aspect ratio.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is powered by a 624 MHz CPU and has 512MB of RAM, whereas the Nokia runs on a 680 MHz CPU with 256MB of RAM, giving it a slight edge in processing power.
- The camera on the Nokia 801T is superior with an 8 MP rear sensor compared to the 5 MP on the Torch, and it also supports 720p video recording versus the Torch's 480p.
- Both devices have a 1300 mAh battery, but the Nokia 801T is slightly lighter at 170g compared to the Torch's 161g.
- The software experience differs, with the BlackBerry OS 6.0 on the Torch offering a distinct interface compared to the Symbian Anna OS on the Nokia, which may influence user preference.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia 801T
General
Release Date
2010
2012
Announced
2010
2011
Description
Previously rumored as BlackBerry Slider 9800For AT&T
N/A
Display
Size
3.2"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
360 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~188 ppi density)
360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~184 ppi density)
PPI
360
360
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Broadcom BCM2727
CPU
624 MHz
680 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
8GB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
8 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Dual-LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@24fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1300 mAh
1300 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery (BP-3L)
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)
125.2 x 65 x 12.8 mm, 83.2 cc (4.93 x 2.56 x 0.50 in)
Weight
161 g
170 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Dark Orange
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.91 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM
Network Speed
HSPA
TD-SCDMA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UMA (carrier-dependent)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
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
Symbian Anna OS
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass