BlackBerry Z30
$150
Overview
BlackBerry Z30 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 5-inch Super AMOLED, Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset, 8 main camera, and 2880 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BlackBerry Z30
The display of BlackBerry Z30 measures 5 inches with Super AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BlackBerry Z30 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BlackBerry Z30 has 2880mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of BlackBerry Z30 is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset with Adreno 320 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 25000.
The memory of BlackBerry Z30 offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of BlackBerry Z30 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of BlackBerry Z30 weighs 170.0g with Plastic frame and soft-touch plastic back. Dimensions measure 140.7 x 72 x 9.4 mm.
The software of BlackBerry Z30 runs BlackBerry OS 10.2, upgradable to 10.3.1 with BlackBerry OS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BlackBerry Z30
BlackBerry Z30 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BlackBerry Z30 with Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BlackBerry Z30 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, BlackBerry Z30 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
BlackBerry Z30 has a 2880mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BlackBerry Z30 at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BlackBerry Z30 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
BlackBerry Z30 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BlackBerry Z30 has a 5-inch Super AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BlackBerry Z30 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 / 800 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $600 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 140.7 x 72 x 9.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 170.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | soft-touch plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 312 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 68.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 2 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | BlackBerry OS 10.2, upgradable to 10.3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait |
| GPU | Adreno 320 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MDM9215M |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR2 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX219 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2880 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features |
Software
| OS at Launch | BlackBerry OS 10.2, upgradable to 10.3.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | BlackBerry OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, headset, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!