BlackBerry Torch 9860
#8641
Samsung Google Nexus S I9023
#7109Category Breakdown
BlackBerry Torch 9860
Samsung Google Nexus S I9023
Performance
39.346.4
Camera
14.113.8
Display
16.942.0
Battery
12.715.2
Build
15.116.4
Connectivity
25.636.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
14.620.5
Summary
- The BlackBerry Torch 9860 features a 3.7-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Samsung Google Nexus S I9023 has a slightly larger 4.0-inch S-LCD display with the same resolution but lower pixel density at ~233 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Torch is powered by a 1.2 GHz CPU and has 768MB of RAM, whereas the Nexus S runs on a 1.0 GHz CPU with 16GB of RAM, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Nexus S records video at 480p, compared to the Torch's 720p.
- The Torch's battery capacity is 1230 mAh, while the Nexus S has a larger 1500 mAh battery.
- Software-wise, the Torch operates on BlackBerry OS 7, while the Nexus S runs Android 2.3, upgradable to 4.1.1, offering a more versatile app ecosystem.
- Both phones weigh similarly, with the Torch at 135g and the Nexus S at 129g, and they share similar connectivity options, though the Nexus S includes NFC support.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
BlackBerry Torch 9860
Samsung Google Nexus S I9023
General
Release Date
2011
2011
Announced
2011
2011
Description
Also known as BlackBerry Monza, Blackberry Touch
For India
Display
Size
3.7"
4"
Type
TFT
S-LCD
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Oleophobic coating
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Hummingbird
CPU
1.2 GHz QC 8655
1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPU
N/A
PowerVR SGX540
Memory
4GB 768MB RAM
16GB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
No
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
w480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1230 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
120 x 62 x 11.5 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.45 in)
123.9 x 63 x 10.9 mm (4.88 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight
135 g
129 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.12 W/kg (head) 0.86 W/kg (body)
0.83 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
BlackBerry OS 7
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer