| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $70.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2013, May. Released 2013, June |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 120 x 66 x 10.8 mm (4.72 x 2.60 x 0.43 in) |
| Weight | 120 g (4.23 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 3.1 inches, 31.0 cm2 (~39.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 720 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~328 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | BlackBerry OS 10.2, upgradable to 10.3.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 225 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 8GB 2GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, f/2.4, 30mm (standard), AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 720p | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | Yes (market dependent) | |
| Radio | FM radio (after SW upgrade) | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 2180 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 336 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 12 h 30 min (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White, Red, Gray, Pink |
| SAR | 1.33 W/kg (head) 0.85 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.38 W/kg (head) 0.85 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 70 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Display | Contrast ratio: 1293:1 (nominal) / 1.682:1 (sunlight) |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 75dB / Noise 69dB / Ring 76dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -91.7dB / Crosstalk -90.7dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 55h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BlackBerry Q5
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the BlackBerry Q5 enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern responsive IPS LCD panel measuring 3.1 inches , which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus. This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 2180mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the BlackBerry Q5 presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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