BlackBerry Motion The BlackBerry Motion is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.1 (Nougat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.5" · 155.8 x 75.5 x 8.1 mm (6.13 x 2.97 x 0.32 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 403 PPI screen
✓ 5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 167g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (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
2017, October. Released 2017, December
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 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
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
📱 Design & Build
Weight
167g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
155.8 x 75.5 x 8.1 mm (6.13 x 2.97 x 0.32 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the BlackBerry Motion support 5G?› No, the BlackBerry Motion does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the BlackBerry Motion have NFC?› Yes, the BlackBerry Motion has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the BlackBerry Motion support wireless charging?› No, the BlackBerry Motion charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the BlackBerry Motion support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
Is the BlackBerry Motion waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The BlackBerry Motion is rated IP67 — IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
Does the BlackBerry Motion have expandable storage?› Yes, the BlackBerry Motion supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the BlackBerry Motion support dual SIM?› The BlackBerry Motion SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the BlackBerry Motion have a headphone jack?› Yes, the BlackBerry Motion has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the BlackBerry Motion have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the BlackBerry Motion ship with?› The BlackBerry Motion ships with Android 7.1 (Nougat).
What type of USB port does the BlackBerry Motion use?› The BlackBerry Motion uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the BlackBerry Motion support Wi-Fi 7?› The BlackBerry Motion supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the BlackBerry Motion support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The BlackBerry Motion has 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE.
