Blackberry DTEK50
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Design3
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Rear Camera7
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360° View
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UI Screenshot16
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Benchmarks10
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Videos2
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 -
Octa core (1.5 GHz, Quad Core + 1.2 GHz, Quad core) -
3 GB RAM
Display
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5.2 inches (13.21 cm); IPS LCD -
1080x1920 px (FULL HD)
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 13 MP (upto 4x Digital Zoom) Primary Camera
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Dual-color LED Flash -
Full HD @30fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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8 MP -
LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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2610 mAh -
Fast Charging
General
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SIM1: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
16 GB internal storage, Expandable upto 2 TB
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Verdict
To summarise, the BlackBerry DTEK50 generates mixed feelings. It could have been the Canadian giant`s masterstroke – combining the flexibility of Android with its security prowess, that too at a mid-tier price point. Adding to its troubles is the cut-throat competition in this price bracket. When it comes to compact options in the same price bracket, the ASUS ZenFone 3 (review), Xiaomi Mi 5 (review), and ZUK Z2 Plus (review) are powerful devices. If you don’t mind phablets, then the LeEco Le Max2 (review) is a steal deal offering the flagship-grade Snapdragon 820 under Rs 20,000.The BlackB...
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Pros
- Ergonomic and durable build
- Impressive display
- Decent camera quality
- Security features
Cons
- Heats up quickly
- Poor battery life
- No fingerprint sensor
Specs at a glance
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Design and display: plasticky yet stands out with its durable and lightweight build
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Even with its polycarbonate body, the BlackBerry DTEK50 is unlike any other smartphone available in the market. Thanks to a 5.2-inch display, the phone can easily be held in a single hand. Adding to the ergonpmics is its slim form-factor of 7.4mm and its featherlight weight of 135g. In fact, it’s among the lightest phones in its class.
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Software: Android with an element of security
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The BlackBerry DTEK50 is the first all-touch phone from the Canadian company running Android. The interface is relatively stock and sticks to Google’s Material Design ethos for the most part – be it the lock screen, homescreen, or the notification drawer. Don’t worry if you get confused with the layout of recent apps, as you can change it to tiles or Rolodex apart from the default collage-like format.
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Camera: reasonably good
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Cameras haven't really been BlackBerry's forte, and thankfully the DTEK50 tries to change that. The images clicked with its 13-megapixel primary sensor capture good details and reproduce accurate colours in daylight. Even when viewed in full resolution, the photos retain their sharpness levels. That said, the HDR mode is a hit-and-miss affair and while it does result in better-looking images when it works, images captured in low light are hardly visible. The LED flash fails to help since it isn’t able to illuminate the scene uniformly.
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Performance: all eight hands on deck
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After Snapdragon 810, another Qualcomm chipset that's famous (read infamous) for heating issues is Snapdragon 615 / 617 SoC. Sadly, that's what fuels the BlackBerry DTEK50, and the phone struggles with the same problem. The device starts to heat up even while performing basic tasks, and not just when the processor is pushed to its limits. It’s important to note that the heating is noticeable on the screen surface, rather than on the rear portion, possibly due to rubber being a bad conductor. Imagine when you have to make a call in such a scenario, when the screen is pressed against your ear.
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Verdict
To summarise, the BlackBerry DTEK50 generates mixed feelings. It could have been the Canadian giant`s masterstroke – combining the flexibility of Android with its security prowess, that too at a mid-tier price point. Adding to its troubles is the cut-throat competition in this price bracket. When it comes to compact options in the same price bracket, the ASUS ZenFone 3 (review), Xiaomi Mi 5 (review), and ZUK Z2 Plus (review) are powerful devices. If you don’t mind phablets, then the LeEco Le Max2 (review) is a steal deal offering the flagship-grade Snapdragon 820 under Rs 20,000.The BlackB... Read Full Verdict
- Ergonomic and durable build
- Impressive display
- Decent camera quality
- Security features
Pros
- Heats up quickly
- Poor battery life
- No fingerprint sensor
Cons
Even with its polycarbonate body, the BlackBerry DTEK50 is unlike any other smartphone available in the market. Thanks to a 5.2-inch display, the phone can easily be held in a single hand. Adding to the ergonpmics is its slim form-factor of 7.4mm and its featherlight weight of 135g. In fact, it’s among the lightest phones in its class.
Read MoreThe BlackBerry DTEK50 is the first all-touch phone from the Canadian company running Android. The interface is relatively stock and sticks to Google’s Material Design ethos for the most part – be it the lock screen, homescreen, or the notification drawer. Don’t worry if you get confused with the layout of recent apps, as you can change it to tiles or Rolodex apart from the default collage-like format.
Read MoreCameras haven't really been BlackBerry's forte, and thankfully the DTEK50 tries to change that. The images clicked with its 13-megapixel primary sensor capture good details and reproduce accurate colours in daylight. Even when viewed in full resolution, the photos retain their sharpness levels. That said, the HDR mode is a hit-and-miss affair and while it does result in better-looking images when it works, images captured in low light are hardly visible. The LED flash fails to help since it isn’t able to illuminate the scene uniformly.
Read MoreAfter Snapdragon 810, another Qualcomm chipset that's famous (read infamous) for heating issues is Snapdragon 615 / 617 SoC. Sadly, that's what fuels the BlackBerry DTEK50, and the phone struggles with the same problem. The device starts to heat up even while performing basic tasks, and not just when the processor is pushed to its limits. It’s important to note that the heating is noticeable on the screen surface, rather than on the rear portion, possibly due to rubber being a bad conductor. Imagine when you have to make a call in such a scenario, when the screen is pressed against your ear.
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Blackberry DTEK50 Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v6.0 (Marshmallow) |
Performance
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 MSM8952 |
| Processor | Octa core (1.5 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53 + 1.2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 405 |
| RAM | 3 GB |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Geekbench3 Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 5.2 inches (13.21 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 px (FULL HD) |
| Pixel Density | 424 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 69.78 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 147 mm |
| Width | 72.5 mm |
| Thickness | 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 135 grams |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |||||||
| OIS | No | |||||||
| Flash | Yes, Dual-color LED Flash | |||||||
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
4 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Digital image stabilization Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps | |||||||
Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||
| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 2610 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Quick Charging | Yes Fast Charging |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 16 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 2 TB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Single SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
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4G bands
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
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Blackberry DTEK50 Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 MSM8952 |
| RAM & Storage | 3 GB + 16 GB |
| Display | 5.2", 1080 x 1920 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 2610 mAh |
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