BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981
$250
Overview
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2011 with a 2.8-inch TFT, Exynos 980 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1230 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981
The display of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 measures 2.8 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 640x480 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 has 1230mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 is powered by the Exynos 980 chipset with Adreno 205 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 1800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 320000.
The memory of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 offers 8GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 8GB 768MB RAM.
The connectivity of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 2.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 weighs 187g with Stainless Steel frame and Leather back. Dimensions measure 115 x 67 x 11.3 mm.
The software of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 runs BlackBerry OS 7.0 with Samsung One UI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 with Exynos 980 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 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 Porsche Design P'9981 has a 1230mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 at $250 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 has a 2.8-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
2.8"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Exynos 980
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Hybrid Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2011 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $447.05 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 115 x 67 x 11.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 187 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Stainless Steel |
| Back Finish | Leather |
| Colors | ["Gray", "Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 2.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 640x480 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 405 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 31.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | BlackBerry OS 7.0 |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Exynos 980 |
| CPU | 1.2 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MSM8655 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 320000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 768MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2" |
| Main Sensor Model | ## Samsung Galaxy A51 5G Key Highlights |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, 4.3mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| 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) | 1230 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | BlackBerry OS 7.0 |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Samsung One UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Charger, USB cable, Headphones, 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!