BlackBerry Classic vs BlackBerry Torch 9850
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
BlackBerry Classic
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BlackBerry Torch 9850
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
BlackBerry Classic
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
BlackBerry Classic
Better display
BlackBerry Classic
Lighter body
BlackBerry Torch 9850
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | — |
| Resolution Height | 720 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 480 |
| PPI | 294 | 252 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | — |
| Screen-to-body | 40.8 | 52.4 |
Platform
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait | 1.2 GHz Scorpion |
| GPU | Adreno 225 | Adreno 205 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus | Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2 |
| OS Name | BlackBerry | BlackBerry |
Memory
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 16GB 2GB RAM | 4GB 0.75GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 720p |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2.2, 31mm | 5 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | — |
| Lens | 2 MP | — |
Battery
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2515 | 1230 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | — |
| music play | Up to 70 h | Up to 50 h |
| stand by | Up to 348 h (2G) / Up to 365 h (3G) | Up to 320 h |
| talk time | Up to 11 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 17 h 10 min (3G) | Up to 6 h 50 min |
Body
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Nano-SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 131 | 120 |
| keyboard | QWERTY | — |
| Thickness (mm) | 10.2 | 11.5 |
| Weight (g) | 177 | 135 |
| Width (mm) | 72.4 | 62 |
Launch
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2014, June. Released 2014, December | 2011, August. Released 2011, August |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | CDMA 800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 1700, 1900, 2100 - USA model | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 13, 17, 25 - USA model | — |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, EV-DO Rev A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO |
Connectivity
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4 | 2.1 |
| NFC | Yes | — |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | BlackBerry Classic | BlackBerry Torch 9850 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both BlackBerry Classic and BlackBerry Torch 9850 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
BlackBerry Classic packs a 2515 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
BlackBerry Classic reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 8 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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