BlackBerry Evolve X The BlackBerry Evolve X is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.99" · 159.1 x 76.8 x 8.8 mm (6.26 x 3.02 x 0.35 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
RAM 6GB
Storage 64GB
Main Camera 12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 403 PPI screen
✓ 5.99" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ 12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, August. Released 2018, August
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
RAM
6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
403 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, PD2.0, QC3 Wireless (Qi)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
170g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
159.1 x 76.8 x 8.8 mm (6.26 x 3.02 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic/aluminum back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support 5G?› No, the BlackBerry Evolve X does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X have NFC?› No, the BlackBerry Evolve X does not have NFC.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support wireless charging?› Yes, the BlackBerry Evolve X supports wireless charging (18W wired, PD2.0, QC3 Wireless (Qi)).
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support reverse wireless charging?› No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the BlackBerry Evolve X.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, PD2.0, QC3 Wireless (Qi)).
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X have expandable storage?› Yes, the BlackBerry Evolve X supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support dual SIM?› The BlackBerry Evolve X SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X have a headphone jack?› Yes, the BlackBerry Evolve X has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the BlackBerry Evolve X ship with?› The BlackBerry Evolve X ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo).
What type of USB port does the BlackBerry Evolve X use?› The BlackBerry Evolve X uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support Wi-Fi 7?› The BlackBerry Evolve X supports Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve X support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The BlackBerry Evolve X has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
