BlackBerry Torch 9860 vs Sony Xperia S (LT26i)

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Side by side comparison between BlackBerry Torch 9860 vs Sony Xperia S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/31/2012 9:11 AM, updated: 6/19/2025 5:40 PM

Compare Sony Xperia S X BlackBerry Torch 9860 03Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.7"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

768MB
RAM

Single-core

1230
mAh

(Removable)

23Points Sony Xperia S (LT26i) Compare BlackBerry Torch 9860 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
LED

720x1280

12
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1750
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia S (LT26i)

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!

3 Advantages BlackBerry Torch 9860	vs	23 Advantages Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+135 grams (4.73 ounces)7% Lighter	vs	144 grams (5.04 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
1.2GHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+1.5GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)50% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
768MB LPDDR2	vs	+1GB LPDDR233% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2GB available)	vs	+32GB (28GB available)13 times More internal storage for applications and files
11.5 millimeters (0.45 inches)	vs	+10.6 millimeters (0.42 inches)8% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT LED-Backlit LCDAdvantage TFT LED-Backlit LCD display is brighter and more vivid
480x800 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels140% Higher resolution screen
252 PPI	vs	+342 PPI36% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.7"	vs	+4.3"16% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 12MP144% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+(front) 1.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
HD (1280x720)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)125% 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+) 14.4 Mbps	vs	+(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps46% Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1230 mAh	vs	+1750 mAh42% 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
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

21 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

3G+ HSPA+

Capacitive

+14 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
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Model	Torch 9860	Xperia S (LT26i)
Other model names	Telus Blackberry Touch, RIM Monza	Sony Xperia S LT26, Sony Ericsson Arc HD, Sony Nozomi
Country or region available	Canada, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	BlackBerry	Sony
Release date	11/6/2011	2/1/2012
Depth	11.5 millimeters (0.45 inches)	10.6 millimeters (0.42 inches)
Size (width x height)	62 x 120 millimeters (2.44 x 4.72 in)	64 x 128 millimeters (2.52 x 5.04 in)
Weight	135 grams (4.73 ounces)	144 grams (5.04 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LED-Backlit LCD
Screen size	3.7" inches	4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~52.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~62.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x800 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	252 PPI	342 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine
🤖 Operating System
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
System version	BlackBerry OS 7.0	Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread
Firmware update	BlackBerry OS 7.1	Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255T (45nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 (MSM8260) (45nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.2GHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.5GHz Scorpion (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 205	Qualcomm Adreno 220 (266MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
RAM memory	768MB LPDDR2	1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	4GB (2GB available)	32GB (28GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	14.4/5.76 Mbps	21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
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 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
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 Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	12 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	DivX, XviD, MP4, WMV, H.263, H.264	MP4, H.263, H.264, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+, FlAC	MP3, eAAC+, WMA, WAV
🔌 Connectivity
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BAT-30615-006	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1230 mAh	1750 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	6.8 hours	8.5 hours
Standby	320 hours (13.3 days)	420 hours (17.5 days)
➕ Other features
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
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, Flash player
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: White, Black, Silver • Remote control for Sony TV • SE Timescape • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	BlackBerry Torch 9860	Sony Xperia S (LT26i)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.31W/kg (head), 0.6W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	1.3W/kg (head)