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BlackBerry Torch 9800

BlackBerry Torch 9800

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XOLO X500

XOLO X500

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Category Breakdown

BlackBerry Torch 9800
XOLO X500
Performance
57.357.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
58.960.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
53.053.3

Summary

  • The BlackBerry Torch 9800 features a 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 360 x 480 pixels, while the XOLO X500 has a slightly larger 3.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels.
  • In terms of performance, the Torch is powered by a 624 MHz CPU, whereas the XOLO utilizes a more capable 1.2 GHz Intel Atom Z2420.
  • Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the XOLO supports 1080p video recording compared to the Torch's 480p.
  • The Torch has a 1300 mAh battery, while the XOLO offers a slightly larger 1500 mAh battery.
  • Software-wise, the Torch runs on BlackBerry OS 6.0, providing a distinct experience compared to the Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) on the XOLO, which may offer more app compatibility and customization options.

Side-by-side Specification Comparison

BlackBerry Torch 9800
XOLO X500

General

Release Date

2010
2013

Announced

2010
2013

Description

Previously rumored as BlackBerry Slider 9800For AT&T
For India

Display

Size

3.2"
3.5"

Type

TFT
IPS LCD

Resolution

360 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~188 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)

PPI

360
320

Refresh Rate

60Hz
60Hz

Peak Brightness

N/A
N/A

HDR Support

Protection

N/A
N/A

Performance

Chipset

N/A
Intel Atom Z2420

CPU

624 MHz
1.2 GHz

GPU

N/A
PowerVR SGX540

Memory

4GB 512MB RAM
4GB 512MB RAM

Expandable Storage

Card Slot

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

Camera

Main Camera

5 MP
5 MP

Main Camera Details

5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF

Front Camera

N/A
N/A

Front Camera Details

N/A
N/A

Video Recording

480p@24fps
1080p@30fps

Selfie Video

N/A
N/A

OIS

Night Mode

RAW Support

Battery

Capacity

1300 mAh
1500 mAh

Battery Details

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

Charging Details

N/A
N/A

Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions

111 x 62 x 14.6 mm (4.37 x 2.44 x 0.57 in)
110.5 x 61 x 12.6 mm (4.35 x 2.40 x 0.50 in)

Weight

161 g
132 g

Materials

N/A
N/A

Water Resistance

N/A
N/A

Colors

Black, White, Dark Orange
Black

Foldable

Connectivity

SIM

Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)

Network

GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA

Network Speed

HSPA
HSPA 21.1/5.76 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
2.1

NFC

USB

microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0

IR Blaster

Headphone Jack

Radio

Positioning

GPS, A-GPS
GPS

Software

Operating System

BlackBerry OS 6.0
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

OS Version

BlackBerry OS 6.0
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

Security

Fingerprint

Face Unlock

Sensors

Proximity
Accelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers

Loudspeaker

Yes
Yes

Audio Jack

Yes
Yes