BlackBerry Torch 9800
#9602
Nokia N97
#7547Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia N97
Performance
24.922.1
Camera
12.512.7
Display
16.338.9
Battery
13.115.2
Build
16.315.1
Connectivity
24.623.7
Audio
8.987.6
Overall
11.918.4
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9800 features a 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 360 x 480 pixels, while the Nokia N97 has a larger 3.5-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a higher resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, offering better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is powered by a 624 MHz CPU and has 4GB of RAM, whereas the N97 has a 434 MHz CPU but boasts 32GB of RAM, providing more storage capacity.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the N97 can record video at 30fps compared to the Torch's 24fps.
- The Torch's battery capacity is 1300 mAh, slightly lower than the N97's 1500 mAh.
- Software-wise, the Torch runs on BlackBerry OS 6.0, while the N97 operates on Symbian 9.4, with the latter offering stereo speakers for enhanced audio experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia N97
General
Release Date
2010
2009
Announced
2010
2008
Description
Previously rumored as BlackBerry Slider 9800For AT&T
N/A
Display
Size
3.2"
3.5"
Type
TFT
TFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
Resolution
360 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~188 ppi density)
360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~210 ppi density)
PPI
360
360
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
624 MHz
434 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
32GB 128MB 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
Carl Zeiss optics, LED flash, video light
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@24fps
480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
VGA@15fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1300 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery (BP-4L)
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)
117.2 x 55.3 x 15.9 mm, 88 cc (4.61 x 2.18 x 0.63 in)
Weight
161 g
150 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Dark Orange
White, Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.91 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
0.90 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UMA (carrier-dependent)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP technology
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS; Nokia Maps
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 6.0
Symbian 9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass