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BlackBerry Classic vs Blu Dash 4.0 (D260)

Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Classic vs Blu Dash 4.0 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Blu Dash 4.0 X BlackBerry Classic 23Points
3.5"
TFT

720x720

8
MP

2mp

2GB
RAM

Dual-core

2515
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
4"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? BlackBerry Classic

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!

Classic} 23 Advantages BlackBerry Classic vs Dash 4.0 (D260)} 4 Advantages Blu Dash 4.0 (D260)
+1.5GHz 32bit Dual-core50%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+2GB3 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs512MB LPDDR
+16GB8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs4GB (1.88GB available)
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC3 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+10.2 millimeters (0.4 inches)16%
Thinner
vs11.8 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+720x720 pixels35%
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+291 PPI25%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs233 PPI
+(back) 8MP59%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 2MP5 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 0.3MP
+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsVGA (640x480)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE-A) 150 Mbps20 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+2515 mAh68%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1500 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+Micro-B USB SlimPortAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
vsNot supported
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
178 grams (6.23 ounces)vs+128 grams (4.48 ounces)39%
Lighter
3.5"vs+4"14%
Larger screen
70000 apps (BlackBerry App World)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)49 times
More apps available to download and use
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily

18 Common items in both devices
TFT LCD
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
+11 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
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ModelBlackBerry ClassicDash 4.0 (D260)
Other model namesBlackBerry Classic SQC100-1, BlackBerry Q20, RIM KopiBlu Dash 4.0 D260a, D260i
Country or region availablefeature not registered(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandBlackBerryBlu
Release date12/17/20141/1/2013
Depth10.2 millimeters (0.4 inches)11.8 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)72.4 x 131 millimeters (2.85 x 5.16 in)63 x 124 millimeters (2.48 x 4.88 in)
Weight178 grams (6.23 ounces)128 grams (4.48 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LCD
Screen size3.5" inches4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~41.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~58.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x720 pixels480x800 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)291 PPI233 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
System versionBlackBerry OS 10Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM896032bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.5GHz Krait (Dual-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 225Qualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
RAM memory2GB512MB LPDDR
Internal storage16GB4GB (1.88GB available)
eMMC 4.41
External storageUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
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 850/900/1900/2100 - USA: 850/1700/1900/2100D260a:
UMTS 850/1900
D260i:
UMTS 850/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE 800/850/900/1800/2100/2600 - USA: 700/850/1700/1900/2100/2600Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels5 megapixels
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsVGA (640x480) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Front camera (secondary)2 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution1600x1200 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC

🔌 Connectivity

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro-B USB SlimPortNot supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity2515 mAh1500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy17 hours8 hours
Standby365 hours (15.2 days)340 hours (14.2 days)

➕ Other features

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardFixed QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White
• Optical trackpad
• BBM 6
• WiFi hotspot
Java framework
• Colors: Black, White
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

BlackBerry ClassicBlu Dash 4.0 (D260)
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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