BlackBerry Priv
$158
Overview
BlackBerry Priv is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.4-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 808 chipset, 18 main camera, and 3410 mAh battery.
Priced at $158, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BlackBerry Priv
The display of BlackBerry Priv measures 5.4 inches with AMOLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BlackBerry Priv features 1 rear cameras: 18 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of BlackBerry Priv has 3410mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 5. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of BlackBerry Priv is powered by the Snapdragon 808 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 MC2 350MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1200 single-core and 3500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 407500.
The memory of BlackBerry Priv offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of BlackBerry Priv includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of BlackBerry Priv weighs 199g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 147 x 77.2 x 9.4 mm.
The software of BlackBerry Priv runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) with BlackBerry UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BlackBerry Priv
BlackBerry Priv has a 18 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, BlackBerry Priv is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 808 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
BlackBerry Priv receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
BlackBerry Priv has a 3410mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BlackBerry Priv at $158 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 808. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BlackBerry Priv supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 5.
BlackBerry Priv is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BlackBerry Priv has a 5.4-inch AMOLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BlackBerry Priv 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
5.4"
Main Camera
18
Chipset
Snapdragon 808
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA (STV100-1), Europe (STV100-4) |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $158 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 147 x 77.2 x 9.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 199 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 544 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 808 |
| CPU | 2x2.3 GHz ARM Cortex A76 + 6x2.1 GHz ARM Cortex A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 MC2 350MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Modem | Snapdragon X10 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1200 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 407500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 18 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5K2P7 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | OIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX134 Exmor RS |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm WCD9330 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| 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) | 3410 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | 5 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | 1100 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | BlackBerry UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | DTEK security app |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, Headphones, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | 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!
BlackBerry Priv Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the BlackBerry Priv covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 808 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better