BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2) vs Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)

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Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Key2 vs Samsung Galaxy S3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

6/7/2018 10:44 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 6:19 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S3 X BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2) 25Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.5"
IPS

1080x1620

12
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

07Points Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB) Compare BlackBerry Key2 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.8"
AMOLED

720x1280

8
MP

2mp

2GB
RAM

Dual-core

2100
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)

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!

25 Advantages BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	vs	7 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core157% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.5GHz 32bit Dual-core (28nm)
+6GB LPDDR42 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR2
+64GB (52GB available)4 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (11GB available)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)1% Thinner	vs	8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+1080x1620 pixels90% Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1280 pixels
+433 PPI42% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	306 PPI
+(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP2 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	LED flash
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+1/2.3" inches30% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/3" inches
+f/1.8 (aperture)44% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.6 (aperture)
+(front) 8MP3 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 2MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) HD (1280x720)
+Android 8.1 OreoAdvantage Android 8.1 Oreo is newer and safer	vs	Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps5 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 100 Mbps
+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3500 mAh67% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2100 mAh
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
168 grams (5.88 ounces)	vs	+133 grams (4.66 ounces)26% Lighter
TFT IPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
4.5"	vs	+4.8"7% Larger screen
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

22 Common items in both devices

60Hz

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

4G LTE-A / 4G LTE

Capacitive

+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Other model names	RIM BlackBerry KEYtwo	Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 SGH-i535, Galaxy S III R530
Country or region available	(Latin America), Canada, USA	USA
Brand	BlackBerry	Samsung
Release date	6/1/2018	7/12/2012
Depth	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)	8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)	71.8 x 151.4 millimeters (2.83 x 5.96 in)	70.6 x 136.6 millimeters (2.78 x 5.38 in)
Weight	168 grams (5.88 ounces)	133 grams (4.66 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	4.5" inches	4.8" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~55.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~65.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1620 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	433 PPI	306 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Gorilla Glass 2
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
System version	Android 8.1 Oreo	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
User Interface	feature not registered	TouchWiz UI
⚙️ Processor
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SDM660 (14nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus (MSM8260A) (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.2GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.5GHz Krait (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 512 650Mhz	Qualcomm Adreno 225 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR4	2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	64GB (52GB available)	16GB (11GB available) eMMC 4.41
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	600/75 Mbps	100/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1700/1900/2100
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat11 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,12,13,14,17,20,28,29,30,66) TD-LTE (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE 700/850/1700/1900/2100
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 12MP f/2.61.0µm	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	f/2.6 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.3" inches	1/3" inches
Pixel size	1.55µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	2 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.6 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
USB	USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) EB-L1G6LLU
Battery capacity	3500 mAh	2100 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging Quick Charge 3	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	15 hours
Standby	feature not registered	200 hours (8.3 days)
➕ Other features
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Fixed QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Silver • DTEK system • LED notification • Fast battery charging: 50% in 36min	• Colors: Pebble blue, Marble white • Smart Stay eye tracking • S-Voice • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)	Galaxy S3 (SCH-i535 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.48W/kg (head), 1.29W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.72W/kg (head), 1.68W/kg (body)	0.088W/kg (head)