BlackBerry Torch 9860 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)

Share page: Facebook Twitter WhatsApp Share page:

Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Torch 9860 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/6/2025 1:44 PM, updated: 9/13/2025 8:28 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 X BlackBerry Torch 9860 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.7"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

768MB
RAM

Single-core

1230
mAh

(Removable)

34Points Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB) Compare BlackBerry Torch 9860 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

8"
AMOLED

1968x2184

200
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)

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 Torch 9860	vs	34 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+135 grams (4.73 ounces)59% Lighter	vs	215 grams (7.53 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (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
1.2GHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+4.47GHz 64bit Octa-core (3nm)7 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
768MB LPDDR2	vs	+12GB LPDDR5X15 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2GB available)	vs	+256GB (223GB available)111 times More internal storage for applications and files
11.5 millimeters (0.45 inches)	vs	+4.2 millimeters (0.17 inches)174% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+LTPO AMOLEDAdvantage LTPO AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
480x800 pixels	vs	+1968x2184 pixels10 times Higher resolution screen
252 PPI	vs	+367 PPI46% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.7"	vs	+8"116% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(triple camera) 200MP + 10MP + 12MP44 times Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 10MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
HD (1280x720)	vs	+8K UHD (7680x4320)35 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+ HSPA+	vs	+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 14.4 Mbps	vs	+(5G Sub6) 5000 Mbps346 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
1230 mAh	vs	+4400 mAh3 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]	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
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.1 + A2DP	vs	+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.4 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
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.
HTML, XHTML	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+IP48 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

13 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

+6 specs and more in the table below

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

Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Other model names	Telus Blackberry Touch, RIM Monza	Galaxy Z Fold7 SM-F966B/Dual-SIM
Country or region available	Canada, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	BlackBerry	Samsung
Release date	11/6/2011	7/25/2025, Announced: 7/9/2025
Depth	11.5 millimeters (0.45 inches)	4.2 millimeters (0.17 inches)
Size (width x height)	62 x 120 millimeters (2.44 x 4.72 in)	143.2 x 1584 millimeters (5.64 x 62.36 in)
Weight	135 grams (4.73 ounces)	215 grams (7.53 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Folded: 8.9 mm x 72.8 x 158.4
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP48 certified: dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
📲 Display
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	LTPO AMOLED
Screen size	3.7" inches	8" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~52.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~9.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x800 pixels	1968x2184 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	252 PPI	367 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	120Hz
Display features	feature not registered	2600nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display Extra display: Dynamic 2X LTPO AMOLED 6.5" (1080x2520), 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
🤖 Operating System
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
System version	BlackBerry OS 7.0	Android 16
Firmware update	BlackBerry OS 7.1	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	One UI 8
⚙️ Processor
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255T (45nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AC) (3nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.2GHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 4.47GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L (Dual-core) 6x 3.53GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 205	Qualcomm Adreno 830 (1200MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 1995920 (v10) Geekbench: 9152 (v6)
💽 Memory and storage
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
RAM memory	768MB LPDDR2	12GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage	4GB (2GB available)	256GB (223GB available) UFS 4.0
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload	14.4/5.76 Mbps	5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/1700/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
📷 Camera
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	(triple camera) 200 megapixels 10MP telephoto f/2.467mm1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom 12MP ultrawide f/2.2120°1.4µmPDAF
Main camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	20000x10000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	24mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/1.3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.6µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	8K@30fps 4K@60fps 1080p@60/120/240fps 720p@960fps 10-bit HDR HDR10+ Extra cover camera: 10MP wide (f/2.2 24mm 1.12µm)
📸 Front camera
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	10 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	3872x2592 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	18mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.12µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound 32-bit/384kHz Dolby Atmos Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	3 microphones
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	DivX, XviD, MP4, WMV, H.263, H.264	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+, FlAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
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	2.1 + A2DP	5.4 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BAT-30615-006	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1230 mAh	4400 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	25W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	15W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC) 4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	6.8 hours	feature not registered
Standby	320 hours (13.3 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	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	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • Optical Trackpad • OpenGL ES 2.0 • Webkit Browser • BlackBerry maps • BBM • Java framework	• Colors: Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint • Samsung DeX
☢️ Radiation rate
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Galaxy Z Fold 7 (SM-F966B/DS 256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.21W/kg (head), 1.26W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	1.418W/kg (head), 1.242W/kg (body)