BlackBerry Torch 9800
#9602
Nokia X6 16GB (2010)
#8626Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia X6 16GB (2010)
Performance
24.917.5
Camera
12.512.7
Display
16.316.3
Battery
13.113.4
Build
16.314.2
Connectivity
24.623.8
Audio
8.987.6
Overall
11.914.6
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9800 and Nokia X6 16GB both feature a 3.2-inch TFT display, but the X6 offers a higher resolution of 360 x 640 pixels compared to the Torch's 360 x 480 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Torch has a slightly faster CPU at 624 MHz versus the X6's 434 MHz, but the X6 has more RAM at 128MB compared to the Torch's 512MB.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the X6 can record video at 30fps, while the Torch is limited to 24fps.
- The X6 has a marginally larger battery capacity at 1320 mAh compared to the Torch's 1300 mAh.
- Regarding software, the Torch runs on BlackBerry OS 6.0, while the X6 operates on Symbian 9.4, with the latter offering stereo speakers, which the Torch lacks.
- Build quality-wise, the X6 is lighter and slightly slimmer than the Torch.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia X6 16GB (2010)
General
Release Date
2010
2010
Announced
2010
2010
Description
Previously rumored as BlackBerry Slider 9800For AT&T
N/A
Display
Size
3.2"
3.2"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
360 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~188 ppi density)
360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~229 ppi density)
PPI
360
360
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
624 MHz
434 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
16GB 128MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included
No
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Carl Zeiss optics, Dual-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
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1300 mAh
1320 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1320 mAh battery (BL-5J)
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)
111 x 51 x 13.8 mm (4.37 x 2.01 x 0.54 in)
Weight
161 g
122 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Dark Orange
Black, Pink on White, Yellow on White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.91 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
1.31 W/kg (head) 1.13 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
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; Ovi Maps 3.0
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