| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $140.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 90 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2013, September. Released 2013, October |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 140.7 x 72 x 9.4 mm (5.54 x 2.83 x 0.37 in) |
| Weight | 170 g (6.00 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~68.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | BlackBerry OS 10.2, upgradable to 10.3.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 320 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Video | 720p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio (after SW upgrade) | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Features | HDMI port | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 2880 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 384 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 25 h (2G) / Up to 18 h (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| Price | About 140 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Camera | Photo / Video |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BlackBerry Z30
Advantages
- High-contrast AMOLED screen with punchy saturation and smooth motion
- 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 Z30 enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern AMOLED panel measuring 5 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 MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro. 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 8MP primary sensor—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 2880mAh 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 Z30 presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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