BlackBerry Torch 9810
#9083
Sony Ericsson W995
#8016Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9810
Sony Ericsson W995
Performance
31.228.3
Camera
14.111.7
Display
16.932.3
Battery
12.88.8
Build
14.30.2
Connectivity
25.626.8
Audio
8.987.6
Overall
13.316.6
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9810 features a larger 3.2-inch TFT display with a higher resolution of 480 x 640 pixels, providing a sharper image compared to the Sony Ericsson W995's 2.6-inch TFT display at 240 x 320 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is equipped with a 1.2 GHz CPU and 768 MB of RAM, significantly outpacing the W995's 369 MHz CPU and 118 MB of RAM.
- The camera on the W995 is superior with an 8.1 MP sensor compared to the Torch's 5 MP, although the Torch can record video at 720p, while the W995 is limited to 320p.
- Battery capacity is higher in the Torch at 1270 mAh versus the W995's 930 mAh, suggesting better longevity.
- The software experience on the Torch runs on BlackBerry OS 7.0, while the W995 lacks a specified OS but includes stereo speakers, enhancing its multimedia capabilities.
- Overall, the Torch offers better display quality, performance, and battery life, while the W995 excels in camera resolution and audio features.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9810
Sony Ericsson W995
General
Release Date
2011
2009
Announced
2011
2009
Description
N/A
W995 HSDPA/850/900/1800/1900/2100 MHzW995a HSDPA/850/900/1800/1900 MHz for America
Display
Size
3.2"
2.6"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 640 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~250 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
PPI
480
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
1.2 GHz
369 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
8GB 768MB RAM
118MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Memory Stick Micro (M2), up to 16 GB, 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
8.1 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
320p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1270 mAh
930 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1270 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 930 mAh battery (BST-38)
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)
97 x 49 x 15 mm (3.82 x 1.93 x 0.59 in)
Weight
161 g
113 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Gray
Progressive Black, Cosmic Silver, Energetic Red
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 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UMA (carrier-dependent)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, DLNA
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS; Wayfinder navigator
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 7.0
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Proximity, compass
Accelerometer