BlackBerry Volt
The BlackBerry Volt is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks.
Entry-level · BlackBerry OS 6.1ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.7" · 120 x 62 x 11.5 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.45 in)
RAM768MB
Storage4GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓768GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
Not officially announced yet
Also Known As
Announced asBlackBerry Torch 9850Previously known as BlackBerry Monaco
⚙️ Performance
RAM
768MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
252 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
📱 Design & Build
Dimensions
120 x 62 x 11.5 mm (4.72 x 2.44 x 0.45 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, UMTS
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the BlackBerry Volt does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / UMTS / EVDO.
Yes, the BlackBerry Volt has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the BlackBerry Volt supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The BlackBerry Volt SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the BlackBerry Volt has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The BlackBerry Volt uses microUSB 2.0.
The BlackBerry Volt supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The BlackBerry Volt has 2.1, A2DP, EDR.