BlackBerry Torch 9810
#9083
Huawei Ascend G312
#7342Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9810
Huawei Ascend G312
Performance
31.233.9
Camera
14.139.6
Display
16.934.1
Battery
12.815.2
Build
14.30.2
Connectivity
25.623.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
13.319.4
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9810 features a smaller 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 640 pixels, while the Huawei Ascend G312 has a larger 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is powered by a 1.2 GHz CPU and has 768MB of RAM, whereas the Ascend runs on a 1.4 GHz CPU with 1GB of RAM, offering slightly better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera without OIS, but the Ascend can record video, while the Torch is limited to 720p.
- The battery capacity of the Ascend is 1500mAh, compared to the Torch's 1270mAh, suggesting longer usage time for the Huawei device.
- The Torch runs on BlackBerry OS 7.0, providing a distinct software experience, while the Ascend operates on Android 4.0, offering a more versatile app ecosystem.
- Build quality-wise, the Torch is heavier at 161g and thicker at 14.6mm, while the Ascend is lighter at 140g and slimmer at 10.5mm.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9810
Huawei Ascend G312
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
N/A
Also known as Huawei Ascend G312 U8680, Huawei Ascend G312 U8681
Display
Size
3.2"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 640 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~250 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
1.2 GHz
1.4 GHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
8GB 768MB RAM
4GB (2GB user available), 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1270 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1270 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
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)
122.5 x 62.5 x 10.5 mm (4.82 x 2.46 x 0.41 in)
Weight
161 g
140 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Gray
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.44 W/kg (head) 0.94 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
HSPA
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
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 7.0
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Proximity, compass
Accelerometer