BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230) vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)

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Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Pearl Flip vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

3/10/2024 8:27 PM, updated: 3/18/2024 6:57 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra X BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.6"
TFT

240x320

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

900
mAh

(Removable)

37Points Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB) Compare BlackBerry Pearl Flip X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.8"
AMOLED

1440x3120

200
MP

12mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)

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!

4 Advantages BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	vs	37 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
+Until 8GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+102 grams (3.57 ounces)127% Lighter	vs	232 grams (8.12 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C reversible connector
312MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+3.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)16 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB SDRAM	vs	+12GB LPDDR5X95 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
128MB (75MB available)	vs	+512GB (478GB available)6525 times More internal storage for applications and files
17.5 millimeters (0.69 inches)	vs	+8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)103% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
65 thousand	vs	+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixels	vs	+1440x3120 pixels58 times Higher resolution screen
154 PPI	vs	+505 PPI2 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.6"	vs	+6.8"162% Larger screen
(back) 2MP	vs	+(quad camera) 200MP + 50MP + 12MP + 10MP141 times Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+(front) 12MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (240x180)	vs	+8K UHD (7680x4320)767 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
2G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0	vs	+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(2G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0) 0.153 Mbps	vs	+(5G Sub6) 5000 Mbps32679 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supported	vs	+AccelerometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
900 mAh	vs	+5000 mAh5 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supported	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
2.0 + A2DP	vs	+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
WAP, HTML	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla ArmorAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

2 Common items in both devices

LED flash

Ambient light sensor

+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
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Model	Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Other model names	Verizon BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 CDMA, RIM Apex	Galaxy S24 Ultra SM-S9280
Country or region available	USA	China, Hong Kong
Brand	BlackBerry	Samsung
Release date	2/28/2009	1/24/2024, Announced: 1/17/2024
Depth	17.5 millimeters (0.69 inches)	8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)	50 x 101 millimeters (1.97 x 3.98 in)	79 x 162.3 millimeters (3.11 x 6.39 in)
Weight	102 grams (3.57 ounces)	232 grams (8.12 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Titanium frame, glass front and back Back: Gorilla Armor
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Dynamic AMOLED
Screen size	2.6" inches	6.8" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~41.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~88.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels	1440x3120 pixels (19.5:9)
Touchscreen	Not supported	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	154 PPI	505 PPI
Colors	65 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Armor
Refresh rate	feature not registered	120Hz
Display features	feature not registered	2600nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display
🤖 Operating System
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
System version	BlackBerry OS 4.6	Android 14
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	One UI 6.1
⚙️ Processor
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Chipset	32bit: Intel XScale PXA272	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (SM8650-AC) (4nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 312MHz XScale (Single-core)	Octa-core, 4 processors: 1x 3.4GHz ARM Cortex-X4 (Single-core) 3x 3.15GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Triple-core) 2x 2.96GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Dual-core) 2x 2.27GHz ARM Cortex-A520 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	Qualcomm Adreno 750 (1GHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 1452915 (v9), 1822988 (v10) Geekbench: 7076 (v6)
💽 Memory and storage
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
RAM memory	128MB SDRAM	12GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage	128MB (75MB available)	512GB (478GB available) UFS 4.0
External storage	Until 8GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	Not supported	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.153 Mbps	5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Not supported	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 66)
Primary data network	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
📷 Camera
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Back camera (main camera)	2 megapixels	(quad camera) 200 megapixels 50MP periscope telephoto f/3.4111mmPDAFOIS5x-optical-zoom 12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm120°1/2.55"1.4µmPDAFSuper-Steady 10MP telephoto f/2.467mm1/3.52"1.12µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
Main camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	20000x10000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QCIF (240x180) 15 fps	8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	24mm lens
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/1.56" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	feature not registered	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	feature not registered	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Supported
HDR	feature not registered	HDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	8K@24/30fps 4K@30/60/120fps 1080p@30/60/240fps HDR10+
📸 Front camera
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	12 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	26mm lens
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound 32-bit/384kHz Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellation	feature not registered	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	2.0 + A2DP	5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	feature not registered	Supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Sensors	Ambient light sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	900 mAh	5000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	45W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	15W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA) 4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	3.5 hours	feature not registered
Standby	216 hours (9 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	WAP, HTML	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Red, Pink • Secondary external 65K TFT display 128x160 pixels • Half-QWERTY • Trackball navigation • BlackBerry maps • Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF editor • Java framework	• Colors: Titanium Black, Gray, Violet, Yellow, Blue, Green, Orange • Samsung DeX • Stylus pen (Bluetooth)
☢️ Radiation rate
	BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230)	Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S9280 512GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered