| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $170.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 220 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2014, June. Released 2014, September |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 128 x 90.3 x 9.3 mm (5.04 x 3.56 x 0.37 in) |
| Weight | 196 g (6.91 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Features | Capacitive touch 3-row BlackBerry keyboard | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 4.5 inches, 65.3 cm2 (~56.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 1440 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~453 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Platform | OS | BlackBerry OS 10.3, upgradable to 10.3.2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8974AA Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.26 GHz Krait 400 | |
| GPU | Adreno 330 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 5.0 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 13 MP, f/2.0, 30mm (standard), AF, OIS |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP, f/2.8, 28mm (wide) |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 720p | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort) | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 3450 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 432 h (2G) / Up to 444 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 18 h (2G) / Up to 23 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 84 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White, Red, Black&Gold, Silver |
| Price | About 170 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance | Basemark X: 10682 |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1256 (nominal), 2.595 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 76dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 76dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -91.5dB / Crosstalk -92.5dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 73h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BlackBerry Passport
Advantages
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Qualcomm MSM8974AA Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Polycarbonate exterior shell rather than premium glass or aluminum alloys
In real-world daily practice, the BlackBerry Passport immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within BlackBerry's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant responsive IPS LCD measuring 4.5 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Qualcomm MSM8974AA Snapdragon 801 (28 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 13MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 3450mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the BlackBerry Passport strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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