Blackberry KEY2 LE (KEY2 Lite)
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Design15
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks10
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Videos3
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 -
Octa core (1.8 GHz, Quad Core + 1.6 GHz, Quad core) -
4 GB RAM
Display
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4.5 inches (11.43 cm); IPS LCD -
1080x1620 px (FULL HD) -
Gorilla Glass 3 Protection
Rear Camera
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Dual Camera Setup - 13 MP Primary Camera
- 5 MP Camera
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Dual-color LED Flash -
4k @30fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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8 MP -
Screen flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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3000 mAh -
Quick Charging v3.0; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) -
5G Not Supported -
64 GB internal storage, Expandable upto 256 GB
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Blackberry KEY2 LE (KEY2 Lite) Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
Despite everything, I feel that the BlackBerry KEY2 LE is a solid smartphone albeit, caters to a niche group of users. Now, if you like playing intensive games like PUBG, then you`ll be better off with smartphones like the OnePlus 6 or the ASUS Zenfone 5Z (review). If you`re an avid photographer looking for a cost-effective smartphone with excellent cameras, then the Xiaomi Mi A2 (review) would be better suited to you.However, if you want a device with top-notch security features akin to an impenetrable fortress, long-lasting battery life, and a physical keyboard, then the KEY2 LE might be it....
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Pros
- Physical keyboard
- Long-lasting battery life
- Excellent security features
Cons
- Sub-par cameras
- Scaling issues in some apps and games
- Average performance
Design and Display
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At first glance, the BlackBerry KEY2 LE looks identical to its pricier sibling, which is a good thing. But, to cut costs, the company has employed a polycarbonate shell to construct the KEY2 LE which doesn't feel as premium in the hand as the Series-7000 aluminium toting KEY2. On the bright side, the KEY2 LE is considerably lighter and you won't put a dent on the device if you accidentally drop it. Come to think of it, I doubt anyone will lose their grip on the phone as the polycarbonate finish and the rubberised texture on the smartphone's back does wonders for the grip.
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Cameras
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The BlackBerry KEY2 wasn't a sharp shooter (pun intended) by any stretch of the imagination. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the KEY2 LE which comes with inferior cameras struggles to capture tasteful images either. On paper, the handset ships with two rear-facing cameras, comprising a pair of 13MP and 5MP sensors with f/2.2 and f/2.4 aperture respectively. For selfies, you'll be smiling into an 8MP front shooter.
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Performance, Software and Battery life
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The ‘mini' or ‘light' version of a smartphone often comes with less powerful innards and the KEY2 LE is no exception to this. The smartphone is backed by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 636 processor as opposed to the Snapdragon 660 chip which powered the KEY2. Moreover, BlackBerry has taken a chunk from the KEY2 LE's memory too, as the device comes with just 4GB of RAM (vs 6GB on the pricier sibling). Consequently, the KEY2 LE isn't going to set the benchmarks on fire with its performance, but that's okay because the handset wasn't intended to run PUBG on the highest possible settings in the first place. You should've bought the OnePlus 6 (review) for that.
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Editor's rating: 3.5 / 5
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Verdict
Despite everything, I feel that the BlackBerry KEY2 LE is a solid smartphone albeit, caters to a niche group of users. Now, if you like playing intensive games like PUBG, then you`ll be better off with smartphones like the OnePlus 6 or the ASUS Zenfone 5Z (review). If you`re an avid photographer looking for a cost-effective smartphone with excellent cameras, then the Xiaomi Mi A2 (review) would be better suited to you.However, if you want a device with top-notch security features akin to an impenetrable fortress, long-lasting battery life, and a physical keyboard, then the KEY2 LE might be it.... Read Full Verdict
- Physical keyboard
- Long-lasting battery life
- Excellent security features
Pros
- Sub-par cameras
- Scaling issues in some apps and games
- Average performance
Cons
At first glance, the BlackBerry KEY2 LE looks identical to its pricier sibling, which is a good thing. But, to cut costs, the company has employed a polycarbonate shell to construct the KEY2 LE which doesn't feel as premium in the hand as the Series-7000 aluminium toting KEY2. On the bright side, the KEY2 LE is considerably lighter and you won't put a dent on the device if you accidentally drop it. Come to think of it, I doubt anyone will lose their grip on the phone as the polycarbonate finish and the rubberised texture on the smartphone's back does wonders for the grip.
Read MoreThe BlackBerry KEY2 wasn't a sharp shooter (pun intended) by any stretch of the imagination. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the KEY2 LE which comes with inferior cameras struggles to capture tasteful images either. On paper, the handset ships with two rear-facing cameras, comprising a pair of 13MP and 5MP sensors with f/2.2 and f/2.4 aperture respectively. For selfies, you'll be smiling into an 8MP front shooter.
Read MoreThe ‘mini' or ‘light' version of a smartphone often comes with less powerful innards and the KEY2 LE is no exception to this. The smartphone is backed by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 636 processor as opposed to the Snapdragon 660 chip which powered the KEY2. Moreover, BlackBerry has taken a chunk from the KEY2 LE's memory too, as the device comes with just 4GB of RAM (vs 6GB on the pricier sibling). Consequently, the KEY2 LE isn't going to set the benchmarks on fire with its performance, but that's okay because the handset wasn't intended to run PUBG on the highest possible settings in the first place. You should've bought the OnePlus 6 (review) for that.
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Blackberry KEY2 LE (KEY2 Lite) Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
Performance
(Good)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 |
| Processor | Octa core (1.8 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 260 + 1.6 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 260) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 509 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
Geekbench4 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 4.5 inches (11.43 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x1620 px (FULL HD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Pixel Density | 433 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 56.02 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
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 | 150.2 mm |
| Width | 71.8 mm |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 156 grams |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |||||||||||
| 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 |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
3840x2160 @ 30 fps 1920x1080 @ 60 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
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Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Flash | Yes, Screen flash | |||
| Camera Features | Fixed Focus | |||
| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 3000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Quick Charging | Yes Quick Charging v3.0, 50% in 36 minutes |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 64 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 256 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
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4G bands
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| SIM 2 |
4G bands
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Blackberry KEY2 LE (KEY2 Lite) User Reviews
Blackberry KEY2 LE (KEY2 Lite) Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 |
| RAM & Storage | 4 GB + 64 GB |
| Display | 4.5", 1080 x 1620 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP + 5 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3000 mAh |
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