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BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global) vs LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)

Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Bold 9780 vs LG G8 ThinQ phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare LG G8 ThinQ X BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global) 02Points
2.44"
TFT

480x360

5
MP
512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

vs
6.1"
POLED

1440x3120

12
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)

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 9780 (Global)} 2 Advantages BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global) vs G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)} 33 Advantages LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
+122 grams (4.27 ounces)37%
Lighter
vs167 grams (5.85 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
624MHz 32bit Single-corevs+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)7 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB SDRAMvs+6GB LPDDR4X11 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
512MB (300MB available)vs+128GB (104GB available)354 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
14 millimeters (0.55 inches)vs+8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)67%
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+1440x3120 pixels25 times
Higher resolution screen
246 PPIvs+563 PPI129%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.44"vs+6.1"150%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(dual camera) 12MP + 16MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+(dual front camera) 8MP + 0.3MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
Supportedvs+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage
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) 7.2 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 1600 Mbps221 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+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
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+3500 mAh133%
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
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+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP68 certified, MIL-STD-810G military certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

8 Common items in both devices
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus / PDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera
Ambient light sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
3.5mm jack
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📱 Model features

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
ModelBold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Other model namesRIM BlackBerry Bold 9780, Onyx II 9780, RIM Onyx DeltaVerizon LG G8 ThinQ LMG820UMB, LM-G820UMB
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
USA
USA
BrandBlackBerryLG
Release date11/14/20104/11/2019, Announced: 2/24/2019
Depth14 millimeters (0.55 inches)8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)60 x 109 millimeters (2.36 x 4.29 in)71.882 x 151.892 millimeters (2.83 x 5.98 in)
Weight122 grams (4.27 ounces)167 grams (5.85 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68 certified: dust/waterproof over 1.5 meters and 30min.
MIL-STD-810G military certified: salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, transport and thermal shock resistant.

📲 Display

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Display typeTFT LCDP-OLED
Screen size2.44" inches6.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~28.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~83.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x360 pixels1440x3120 pixels (19.5:9)
TouchscreenNot supportedCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)246 PPI563 PPI
Colors65 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 5
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredHDR10
100% DCI-P3
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
System versionBlackBerry OS 6.0Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 12
User Interfacefeature not registeredLG UX 8.0 / 9.0 / 10 / 11

⚙️ Processor

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Chipset32bit: Marvell PXA93064bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 624MHz Marvell Sheeva (Single-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 331537 (v7), 362730 (v8)
Geekbench: 10735 (v4.4), 2700 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 20fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
RAM memory512MB SDRAM6GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage512MB (300MB available)128GB (104GB available)
UFS 2.1
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2 Mbps1600/150 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 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat19 (2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 13, 20, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (46, 48)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels(dual camera)
12 megapixels
16MP ultrawide f/1.91/3.1"16mm1.0µmFF
Main camera resolution2560x1920 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)Supported4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.5 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered27mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.6" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.4µm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera
Touch focusfeature not registeredSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionfeature not registeredFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorfeature not registeredSupported
HDRfeature not registeredHDR photo/video and HDR photo on front camera
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@30/60fps
720p@240fps

📸 Front camera

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported(dual front camera)
8 megapixels
0.3MP TOF f/1.4
Front camera resolutionNot supported3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.7 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.6" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.22µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
32-bit/192kHz
DTS:X
Active noise cancellationfeature not registered2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, DivX, XviD, WMV, 3GPMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
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 registeredSupported
GPSA-GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portfeature not registeredNot supported

🧭 Sensors

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
SensorsAmbient light sensorAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gesture
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1500 mAh3500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging21W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 3
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registered9W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy6 hours22 hours
Standby408 hours (17 days)412 hours (17.2 days)

➕ Other features

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push 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
• Touch-sensitive optical trackpad
• Office editor
• BlackBerry maps
• LBS
• UMA
• HAC (M3)
• Java framework
• Colors: Aurora Black, Platinum Gray

☢️ Radiation rate

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (Global)LG G8 ThinQ (G820UMB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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