HTC Desire 300 vs BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)

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Side by side comparison between HTC Desire 300 vs BlackBerry Key2 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

6/7/2018 10:44 PM, updated: 10/1/2024 10:24 PM

Compare BlackBerry Key2 X HTC Desire 300 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
SLCD

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1650
mAh

(Removable)

32Points BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2) Compare HTC Desire 300 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.5"
IPS

1080x1620

12
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3500
mAh

(Non 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!

2 Advantages HTC Desire 300	vs	32 Advantages BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
+120 grams (4.2 ounces)40% Lighter	vs	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)	vs	+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core3 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2	vs	+6GB LPDDR411 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (1.78GB available)	vs	+64GB (52GB available)28 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 64GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards
10.1 millimeters (0.4 inches)	vs	+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)19% Thinner
Plastic body, glass front	vs	+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage More resistant material
TFT Super LCD	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
480x800 pixels	vs	+1080x1620 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen
217 PPI	vs	+433 PPI100% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4.3"	vs	+4.5"5% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP4 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.8 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.8 (aperture)56% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 0.3MP	vs	+(front) 8MP25 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
WVGA (800x480)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)21 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) VGA (640x480)	vs	+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean	vs	+Android 8.1 OreoAdvantage Android 8.1 Oreo is newer and safer
3G HSUPA	vs	+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps82 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1650 mAh	vs	+3500 mAh112% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
4.0 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + 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 3.1 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.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

16 Common items in both devices

60Hz

16 million

Only digital zoom

Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

Capacitive

Multitouch

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📱 Model features
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
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Model	Desire 300	Key2 (BBF100-2)
Other model names	HTC Desire 300 301e, 301s, HTC Z3	RIM BlackBerry KEYtwo
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Latin America), Canada, USA
Brand	HTC	BlackBerry
Release date	11/1/2013	6/1/2018
Depth	10.1 millimeters (0.4 inches)	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	66.2 x 131.8 millimeters (2.61 x 5.19 in)	71.8 x 151.4 millimeters (2.83 x 5.96 in)
Weight	120 grams (4.2 ounces)	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Display type	TFT Super LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	4.3" inches	4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~60.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~55.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x800 pixels	1080x1620 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	217 PPI	433 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
System version	Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean	Android 8.1 Oreo
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	HTC Sense UI 5.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SDM660 (14nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.2GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 512 650Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR2	6GB LPDDR4
Internal storage	4GB (1.78GB available) eMMC 4.41	64GB (52GB available)
External storage	Until 64GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	600/75 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G
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 301s: 850/2100 - 301e: 900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	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)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
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
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 12MP f/2.61.0µm
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	WVGA (800x480) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.8 (aperture)	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.55µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection 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	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	VGA (640x480)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.12µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1650 mAh	3500 mAh
Charger, watts	5W Wired charging	Wired charging Quick Charge 3
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	11 hours	feature not registered
Standby	625 hours (26 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), 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
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Fixed QWERTY keyboard
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • 25GB Dropbox • HTC BlinkFeed • HTC BoomSound • Java framework	• Colors: Black, Silver • DTEK system • LED notification • Fast battery charging: 50% in 36min
☢️ Radiation rate
	HTC Desire 300	BlackBerry Key2 (BBF100-2)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.72W/kg (head), 1.68W/kg (body)