Blackberry KEYone
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Physical keyboard
- Exceptional battery life
- Unique design
- Security features
- Touch-sensitive keyboard
- Memory card slot
What to consider
- Outdated software
- Small screen
- Average camera
- No 5G
- Heavy body
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 4.5"
- Resolution
- 1080 x 1620
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 450 nits
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Display
- Screen size
- 4.5"
- Resolution
- 1080 x 1620
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 450 nits
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
- CPU cores
- Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
- GPU
- Adreno 506
- RAM
- 3GB
- AnTuTu score
- 95000 (v7)
Camera
- Main camera
- 12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", 1.55µm, PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- Not available
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
- Video
- 4K@30fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 3500 mAh
- Charging speed
- 18W wired, QC3, 50% in 36 min
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 12 hours of mixed usage
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
- Bluetooth
- 4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 149.1 x 72.4 x 9.4 mm
- Weight
- 180 g
- Materials
- Glass front (GG4), plastic back, aluminum frame
- Water resistance
- None
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Good (B)
from 128,8 €
Minor signs of wear on the spacebar. The screen may have a few micro-scratches. Battery 85-90%.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Blackberry KEYone.
Screen lifting
CriticalFactory design flaw in early models.
Spacebar sensitivity
ModerateWear and tear and dirt on the keyboard.
Performance lag
MinorOutdated processor and insufficient RAM for modern applications.
Battery swelling
ModerateNatural aging of the lithium-ion battery.
Repairs and Parts6/10 iFixit
Battery Replacement
Replacing the battery requires removing the back cover and several screws, but it is feasible.
Screen Replacement
The screen is heavily glued, and replacing it requires complete disassembly of the device.
Charging Port Repair
The USB-C port is on a separate daughterboard, simplifying replacement.
Spare parts are still available, but original screens are becoming scarcer.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
45 kg CO2e
Water Saved
9500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
180 grams
Reused
95%
Recycled
5%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Nostalgic Professional
A person who misses the golden age of BlackBerry and needs physical keys for work.
- Habitual typing
- Convenience of managing emails
Digital Minimalist
A user who wants to reduce screen time and use the phone primarily for communication.
- Small screen discourages social media consumption
- Focus on text-based communication
Technology Collector
An enthusiast who wants to preserve a piece of smartphone history.
- Unique hardware
- BlackBerry brand heritage
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
LatviaYour country
Estonia
Finland
Lithuania
As 3G networks are being shut down, calls will be made on the 2G network, which may affect call quality.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The Key2 offers significantly better performance, a lighter body, and an improved keyboard, but the Keyone has a more robust build.
| Feature | Blackberry KEYone | BlackBerry Key2 |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 3GB/4GB | 6GB |
| Processor | Snapdragon 625 | Snapdragon 660 |
| Weight | 180g | 168g |
The Galaxy S8 is better for media consumption and photography, but the Keyone is unmatched in productivity and battery life.
| Feature | Blackberry KEYone | Galaxy S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | 4.5" LCD | 5.8" AMOLED |
| Keyboard | Physical | On-screen |
| Battery life | Excellent | Average |
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