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BlackBerry Passport (2014)
This phone boasts a 4.5 inch IPS display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AA chipset, and 3 GB of RAM.
Does this phone justify its price tag? I hope to provide clarity by the conclusion of my review.
Table of Contents
- BlackBerry Passport specifications
- Weight, dimensions, colors
- System, chipset, performance
- Display type, size, resolution
- Memory, storage
- Cameras, flash
- Connectivity, network, wireless
- Battery type, capacity, charger
- Features, sensors, specials
- Verdict, pros and cons
This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the BlackBerry Passport smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.
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BlackBerry Passport specifications
Brand | BlackBerry |
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Name | Passport |
Model | PPRT |
Release date | 2014 |
Weight, dimensions, colors
Weight | 6.91 oz |
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Dimensions | 5.04 x 3.56 x 0.37 inch |
Colors | black, black&gold, red, silver, white |
SIM type | Nano SIM |
The weight of the BlackBerry Passport is still considered to be lightweight and portable. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a subscriber identity module (SIM), which is a chip card.
System, chipset, performance
OS version | BlackBerry OS 10.3 |
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SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AA |
CPU | Quad-core 2.26 GHz Krait 400 |
GPU | Adreno 330 |
The BlackBerry Passport comes with BlackBerry OS 10.3 out of the box. The quad-core mobile CPU can provide fast and efficient performance for mobile games. Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices use Adreno GPUs.
![BlackBerry Passport / 1](/p/3/341/blackberry-passport-pprt-1.webp)
Display type, size, resolution
Display type | IPS |
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Screen size | 4.5 inch |
Resolution | 1440 x 1440 px |
Multitouch support | yes |
People know IPS for its wide viewing angles. It also has accurate color reproduction. Smaller smartphones are generally more compact and easier to handle. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.
Memory, storage
RAM | 3 GB |
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Internal storage | 32 GB |
Memory card slot | microSD |
The smartphone has 3 GB of RAM. It can run many apps at once without much lag or slowness. The needed RAM amount for good performance depends on factors. These include the OS, the apps, and the services we use. Generally, a smartphone should have a minimum of 32 GB of internal storage. The Passport has 32 GB. We can expand the internal storage of the Passport (32 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.
![BlackBerry Passport / 2](/p/3/341/blackberry-passport-pprt-2.webp)
Cameras, flash
Main camera | 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization |
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Flash | LED |
Selfie camera | 2 MP |
This single camera can be enough for many smartphone users, it depends on their photography needs and preferences. The Passport offers optical image stabilization (OIS) for their rear camera systems.
Connectivity, network, wireless
GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
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Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP, LE |
GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
NFC | yes |
FM radio | yes, with RDS |
USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Worldwide, people use 4G networks. They have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. This BlackBerry phone can connect to Wi-Fi networks at home, at work, or in public places. We can use Bluetooth to connect our Passport smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS receiver. The Passport has a built-in NFC chip, which allows it to support various NFC applications and services. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.
Battery type, capacity, charger
Type | Li-Ion 3450 mAh, non-removable |
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The Li-Ion 3450 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery. It does not need periodic full discharge. The Passport does not have a removable battery, it integrates the battery into the phone's design.
Features, sensors, specials
Sensors | accelerometer, compass, gyroscope, proximity |
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Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The Passport smartphone has an accelerometer. Corning Gorilla Glass is a type of chemically strengthened super-glass.
Verdict, pros and cons
Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this BlackBerry phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.
Pros
- microSD slot
- optical image stabilization (OIS)
- Corning Gorilla Glass shield
Cons
- limited-size screen
- single camera setup
- no 5G support
- no Type-C USB port
- low-capacity battery
- no fingerprint reader
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Updated: June 19, 2024
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