BlackBerry KEY2
The BlackBerry KEY2 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate 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
Size4.5" · 151.4 x 71.8 x 8.5 mm (5.96 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
RAM6GB
Storage128GB | 64GB
Main Camera12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 434 PPI screen
✓4.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 168g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,500 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗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
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, June. Released 2018, June
Also Known As
Versions: BBF100-1 (EU, Africa, AU); BBF100-2 (Canada, US, LATAM); BBF100-6 (ME, APAC, India); BBF100-4 (China)
Also known as BlackBerry Athena
⚙️ 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
434 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
3,500 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, QC3, 50% in 36 min
📱 Design & Build
Weight
168g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
151.4 x 71.8 x 8.5 mm (5.96 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM - BBF100-6 only
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BlackBerry KEY2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the BlackBerry KEY2 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the BlackBerry KEY2 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3, 50% in 36 min).
Yes, the BlackBerry KEY2 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The BlackBerry KEY2 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM - BBF100-6 only.
Yes, the BlackBerry KEY2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BlackBerry KEY2 ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo).
The BlackBerry KEY2 uses USB Type-C 3.0, OTG.
The BlackBerry KEY2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The BlackBerry KEY2 has 5.0, A2DP, LE, EDR.
