BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983
$153
Overview
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 3.1-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) chipset, 8 main camera, and 2100 mAh battery.
Priced at $153, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983
The display of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 measures 3.1 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x720 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 has 2100mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 is powered by the MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) chipset with IMG PowerVR GE-class GPU GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 95200.
The memory of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 offers 2GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 64GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 weighs 210g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, IP69. Dimensions measure 119 x 67.1 x 10.6 mm.
The software of BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 runs BlackBerry OS 10.3, upgradable to 10.3.1 with BlackBerry UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 with MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 is water resistant with IP68, IP69 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 has a 2100mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 at $153 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 has a 3.1-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 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
3.1"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - EU, EMEA |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $153 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 119 x 67.1 x 10.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 210 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate, Rugged Smartphone |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, IP69 |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 3.1 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x720 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 293 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 61 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | BlackBerry OS 10.3, upgradable to 10.3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A53 2.0 GHz |
| GPU | IMG PowerVR GE-class GPU |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6761 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 95200 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5K4H8 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | Samsung S5K5E8 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| 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) | 2100 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | USB 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 | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | BlackBerry OS 10.3, upgradable to 10.3.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | BlackBerry 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 |
| 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!
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9983 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks