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BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global) vs Motorola Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)

Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Bold 9700 vs Motorola Moto Z2 Force phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola Moto Z2 Force X BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global) 03Points
2.44"
TFT

480x360

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

vs
34Points Motorola Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07) Compare BlackBerry Bold 9700 X
5.5"
POLED

1440x2560

12
MP

5mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

2730
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Bold 9700 (Global)} 3 Advantages BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global) vs Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)} 34 Advantages Motorola Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
+122 grams (4.27 ounces)17%
Lighter
vs143 grams (5.01 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
624MHz 32bit Single-corevs+2.35GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)7 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB SDRAMvs+6GB LPDDR423 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
256MBvs+64GB (45GB available)179 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 2TB microSD, microSDXC127 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
14 millimeters (0.55 inches)vs+6.1 millimeters (0.24 inches)130%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+P-OLEDAdvantage
P-OLED display is brighter and more vivid
65 thousandvs+16 million245 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
480x360 pixelsvs+1440x2560 pixels20 times
Higher resolution screen
246 PPIvs+534 PPI117%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.44"vs+5.5"125%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP7 times
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED on both camerasAdvantage
The Dual-LED on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+(front) 5MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
HVGA (480x352)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)48 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
70000 apps (BlackBerry App World)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)49 times
More apps available to download and use
3G HSDPAvs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 450 Mbps124 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supportedvs+AccelerometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1500 mAhvs+2730 mAh82%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 b/g [wifi3]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0vs+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supportedvs+ShatterShieldAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

6 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Autofocus / LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Ambient light sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
A-GPS, GeoTagging
+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
ModelBold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Other model namesRIM BlackBerry Bold 9700, RIM OnyxLenovo Moto Z2 Force 6GB RAM XT1789-07 Dual-Sim
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
Brazil
Brazil
BrandBlackBerryMotorola
Release date11/3/20098/1/2017, Announced: 7/1/2017
Depth14 millimeters (0.55 inches)6.1 millimeters (0.24 inches)
Size (width x height)60 x 109 millimeters (2.36 x 4.29 in)76 x 155.8 millimeters (2.99 x 6.13 in)
Weight122 grams (4.27 ounces)143 grams (5.01 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredAluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)

📲 Display

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Display typeTFT LCDP-OLED
Screen size2.44" inches5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~28.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~70.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x360 pixels1440x2560 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenNot supportedCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)246 PPI534 PPI
Colors65 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedShatterShield
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
System versionBlackBerry OS 5.0Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Firmware updateBlackBerry OS 6.0Android 9.0 Pie
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Chipset32bit: Marvell PXA93064bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (MSM8998) (10nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 624MHz Marvell Sheeva (Single-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.35GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core)
4x 1.9GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 540 (670-710MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
RAM memory256MB SDRAM6GB LPDDR4
Internal storage256MB64GB (45GB available)
UFS 2.1
External storageUntil 16GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 2TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3.6 Mbps450/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat9 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

📷 Camera

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels(dual camera)
12 megapixels
12MP mono f/2.01/2.9"1.25µmPDAF
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)HVGA (480x352)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED on both cameras
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.9" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.25µm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusLDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Touch focusfeature not registeredSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionfeature not registeredFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorfeature not registeredNot supported
HDRfeature not registeredHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@30fps
1080p@30/60/120fps
720p@240fps
Sony IMX386 sensor

📸 Front camera

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported5 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedDual-LED
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationfeature not registered2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsDivX, XviD, WMV, 3GPMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WMA, AAC+MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNAfeature not registeredNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portfeature not registeredNot supported

🧭 Sensors

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
SensorsAmbient light sensorAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1500 mAh2730 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy5 hoursfeature not registered
Standby360 hours (15 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserfeature not registeredHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardFixed QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White
• 2GB microSD included
• Touch-sensitive optical trackpad
• LBS
• UMA
Java framework
• Colors: Black, Black/Grey, White/Gold

☢️ Radiation rate

BlackBerry Bold 9700 (Global)Moto Z2 Force (XT1789-07)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.87W/kg (head), 1.1W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.41W/kg (head), 1.45W/kg (body)
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