BlackBerry Z10 vs Samsung Galaxy View2: A Clash of Eras

Remember the BlackBerry days? The Z10 represented a bold shift for the brand. Now, let's pit it against the Samsung Galaxy View2, a more modern device. This comparison explores how these phones stack up in terms of design, performance, and features.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy View2 wins overall due to its significantly more powerful processor and modern features. While the Z10 boasts impressive battery life and a surprisingly good contrast ratio, its outdated chipset and lack of key features make it a tough sell in today's market.

PHONES
Phone Names	BlackBerry Z10	Samsung Galaxy View2

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions	N/A
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - STL100-1	HSDPA 900 / 2100 - Global
4G bands	3, 7, 8, 20 - STL100-2	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - Global
Speed	HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps	HSPA, LTE - cellular model only
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE	HSPA / LTE
	13 - STL100-4	2, 4, 5, 12, 14, 29, 30, 66 - SM-T927A

Launch
Announced	2013, January. Released 2013, January	2019, April. Released 2019, April
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	-
Dimensions	130 x 65.6 x 9 mm (5.12 x 2.58 x 0.35 in)	417.1 x 263.4 x 17.3 mm (16.42 x 10.37 x 0.68 in)
SIM	Micro-SIM	Nano-SIM (cellular model only)
Weight	137.5 g (4.83 oz)	2.23 kg (4.92 lb)
	-	Built-in kickstand

Display
Resolution	768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~355 ppi density)	1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~127 ppi density)
Size	4.2 inches, 50.2 cm2 (~58.9% screen-to-body ratio)	17.3 inches, 825.1 cm2 (~75.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	TFT	IPS LCD

Platform
CPU	Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait	Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus	Exynos 7884 (14 nm)
GPU	Adreno 225	Mali-G71 MP2
OS	BlackBerry OS 10, upgradable to 10.3.1	Android 8.1 (Oreo)

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	16GB 2GB RAM	64GB 3GB RAM
	-	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
	-	No
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	-
Single	8 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), AF	-
Video	1080p@30fps	-

Selfie camera
Single	2 MP	5 MP
Video	720p@30fps	4K@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)

Comms
Bluetooth	4.0, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC	Yes	No
Positioning	GPS	GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only
Radio	No	No
USB	microUSB 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Accelerometer
	HDMI port	-

Battery
Stand-by	Up to 312 h	-
Talk time	Up to 10 h	-
Type	Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable	Li-Po 12000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Black, White	Dark Grey
Models	-	SM-T927A, SM-T920
Price	About 120 EUR	About 660 EUR
SAR	1.07 W/kg (head) 1.07 W/kg (body)	1.14 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	0.87 W/kg (head) 0.99 W/kg (body)	-

Tests
Audio quality	Noise -82.8dB / Crosstalk -80.5dB	-
Battery life	Endurance rating 46h	-
Camera	Photo / Video	-
Display	Contrast ratio: 1532 (nominal) / 2.051:1 (sunlight)	-
Loudspeaker	Voice 70dB / Noise 67dB / Ring 73dB	-

OUR TESTS
Audio quality	Noise -82.8dB / Crosstalk -80.5dB	-
Battery (old)	Endurance rating 46h	-
Camera	Photo / Video	-
Display	Contrast ratio: 1532 (nominal) / 2.051:1 (sunlight)	-
Loudspeaker	Voice 70dB / Noise 67dB / Ring 73dB	-

BlackBerry Z10

Exceptional battery life
Unique physical keyboard
Impressive contrast ratio
Compact design

Outdated chipset
Limited app support
Lower resolution display
Basic camera

Samsung Galaxy View2

Powerful processor
Modern Android experience
Larger display
Better camera (likely)
More app support

Battery life not as exceptional as Z10
Potentially larger and less pocketable

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy View2 features a larger, more modern display (likely AMOLED) with vibrant colors and better resolution than the Z10's LCD. While the Z10's contrast ratio is impressive, the View2's overall visual experience is superior.

Camera Comparison

Camera details are sparse for both devices. However, given the age of the Z10, the Galaxy View2 likely offers a more capable camera system with better image quality, features, and video recording capabilities. The Z10's camera was adequate for its time, but struggles by today's standards.

Performance

The Galaxy View2's Exynos 7884 octa-core processor blows the Z10's Snapdragon S4 Plus dual-core out of the water. Expect significantly faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the View2.

Battery Life

The BlackBerry Z10's endurance rating of 46 hours is remarkable, suggesting exceptional battery life. The Galaxy View2's battery life is likely good, but not as exceptional as the Z10, given its more power-hungry processor and larger display.

Buying Guide

The BlackBerry Z10 is for nostalgia enthusiasts or those seeking a very long-lasting battery and a unique physical keyboard experience. The Samsung Galaxy View2 is ideal for users prioritizing performance, a modern Android experience, and a larger display for media consumption.