BlackBerry Torch 9800
#9602
Nokia X6 (2009)
#8556Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia X6 (2009)
Performance
24.922.1
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
11.914.8
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9800 and Nokia X6 (2009) both feature a 3.2-inch TFT display, but the X6 offers a higher resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, resulting in a sharper image.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is equipped with a 624 MHz CPU and 4GB of RAM, while the X6 has a slightly slower 434 MHz CPU but benefits from 32GB of storage and 128MB of RAM.
- Both phones have a 5 MP rear camera, but the X6 can record video at 30fps compared to the Torch's 24fps.
- The Torch has a 1300 mAh battery, while the X6 has a marginally larger 1320 mAh battery.
- The Torch runs on BlackBerry OS 6.0, providing a different software experience compared to the Symbian 9.4 OS of the X6, which also includes stereo speakers.
- In terms of build quality, the Torch is heavier at 161g and slightly thicker, while the X6 is lighter at 122g and slimmer.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9800
Nokia X6 (2009)
General
Release Date
2010
2009
Announced
2010
2009
Description
Previously rumored as BlackBerry Slider 9800For AT&T
Available in Nokia X6 32GB Comes with music edition only
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
32GB 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
Blue on White, Red on Black
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