BlackBerry Evolve The BlackBerry Evolve is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (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" · 158.9 x 76.1 x 8.4 mm (6.26 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB
Main Camera 13 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 SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, August. Released 2018, October
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
403 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 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
📱 Design & Build
Weight
170g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
158.9 x 76.1 x 8.4 mm (6.26 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
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) Cat6 300/50 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, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the BlackBerry Evolve support 5G?› No, the BlackBerry Evolve does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve have NFC?› No, the BlackBerry Evolve does not have NFC.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve support wireless charging?› No, the BlackBerry Evolve charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, PD, QC3).
Does the BlackBerry Evolve have expandable storage?› Yes, the BlackBerry Evolve supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve support dual SIM?› The BlackBerry Evolve SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve have a headphone jack?› Yes, the BlackBerry Evolve has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the BlackBerry Evolve ship with?› The BlackBerry Evolve ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo).
What type of USB port does the BlackBerry Evolve use?› The BlackBerry Evolve uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve support Wi-Fi 7?› The BlackBerry Evolve supports Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the BlackBerry Evolve support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The BlackBerry Evolve has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
