OTHER CONFIGURATIONS ▼  Nokia E63Discontinued | OTHER CONFIGURATIONS ▼  BlackBerry 8520Discontinued | |
|---|---|---|
Construction | ||
| Height | 113mm (4.45") | 109mm (4.29") |
| Width | 59mm (2.32") | 60mm (2.36") |
| Depth | 13mm (0.51") | 13.9mm (0.55") |
| Dimension | 113x59x13mm (4.45x2.32x0.51") | 109x60x13.9mm (4.29x2.36x0.55") |
| 3D SIZE | ||
| Weight | 126gr (4.44oz) | 106gr (3.74oz) |
| Form Factor | Candy Bar | Candy Bar |
| Material | ||
| Colors | ||
Usability | ||
| Display Resolution | 320x240px | 320x240px |
| Display Size | 48x36mm (1.89x1.42") ~169PPI | 50x38mm (1.97x1.5") ~163PPI |
| Display Diagonal | 2.36" | 2.46" |
| Display Type | 16M TFT | 65k TFT |
| Secondary Display Resolution | ||
| Input | QWERTY Keyboard Touch Sensitive Keys / Bar | Music-Dedicated Keys Navigation Joystick / Button QWERTY Keyboard |
| Talk Time | 11 hours - 2G 4 hours, 40 minutes - 3G | 4 hours, 30 minutes |
| Standby Time | 18 days - 2G 20 days - 3G | 17 days |
| OS | Symbian v9.2 | BlackBerry OS |
| Java | MIDP 2.0 | MIDP 2.0 |
| Vibration | Available | Available |
| Ringtone | Polyphonic | Polyphonic |
Hardware | ||
| Chipset | ||
| Processor | 369MHz | 512MHz |
| GPU | ||
| Ram | 128MB | 128MB |
| Internal Memory | 110MB | 256MB |
| External Memory | microSD | microSD |
| Camera Resolution | 2 Megapixel | 2 Megapixel |
| Camera Flash | LED | |
| Camera Lens | ||
| Optical Zoom | ||
| Front Camera | ||
| Second Front Camera | ||
| Front Camera Flash | ||
| Other Functionalities | ||
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Battery Capacity | 1500mAh | 1150mAh |
| Battery Type | ||
Connectivity | ||
| WIMAX | ||
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| UPnP | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | v2.0 | v2.0 |
| Bluetooth | v2.0 | v2.0 |
| Positioning System | Integrated GPS | |
| TV Receiver | ||
| TV Out | ||
| Audio Output | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack |
| Radio | FM | |
| Ethernet | ||
| Infrared | Infrared | |
Cellular Network | ||
| Network Compatibility | GSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900 UMTS 900, 2100 | GSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900 |
| SIM Cards | Mini | Mini |
| PTT | PTT | |
| HSCSD | HSCSD | HSCSD |
| GPRS | Class 32 | Class 10 |
| EDGE | Class 32 | Class 10 |
| AMPS | ||
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | ||
Operators | ||
| World Compatibility NO ACCESS 2G (GSM) 3G (UMTS) 3.5G (HSDPA) 4G (LTE) |  |  |
| Everything Everywhere | GSM 1800 / UMTS 2100 | GSM 1800 |
| O2 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| Vodafone | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| Three | UMTS 2100 | |
VARIOUS | ||
| Images | ||
| ReviewsDisplay Verdicts | 82 out of 100 Phone Arena Based on the popular business smartphone, the E71, the new product of the Finns is here, and is ready to offer a full keyboard to everyone, not only to the men in suits... read more 79 out of 100 CNET Asia The Nokia E63 is a good phone that delivers a competent texting and email experience, but its E71 predecessor is better, offering more features and greater finesse. If you want a smartphone that stands out from the crowd, however, the colorful E63 is worth checking out. read more 70 out of 100 CNET The Nokia E63 offers a more wallet-friendly price tag compared to other unlocked smartphones and does so without sacrificing too many features; we just we wish the call quality and camera were better. read more N/A out of 100 GSMArena Nokia E63 is the next QWERTY messenger by Nokia, set on the glorious path of the E71. Only this time it slips off the high heels to walk it in plain straight and simple boots instead. And the matching price tag leaves little doubt of what this Working Joe here is all about... read more | 80 out of 100 Phone Arena Traditionally RIM has catered to the higher end, but with their push into the consumer market the need for an entry level model was inevitable. Meet the Curve 8520. It offers a ... read more 73 out of 100 CNET The RIM BlackBerry Curve 8520 is a sleek entry-level smartphone that delivers some nice design enhancements and great performance. While available directly from T-Mobile, Wal-Mart offers the better value on the smartphone. read more 70 out of 100 Good Gear Guide The lack of 3G and GPS and a poor display are downsides, but the excellent optical trackpad and user interface make the BlackBerry Curve 8520 a decent smartphone. This entry-level BlackBerry isn't for everyone, but budget users who are willing to sacrifice some features for a lower price should consider the Curve 8520. read more N/A out of 100 GSMArena With the Bold almost reaching perfection in the BlackBerry arts, new horizons need to be explored to keep the spark alive. The tall task to pioneer new territories (in BlackBerry terms anyway) falls on to the Curve 8520. The new Curve has a price tag thats easier on the wallet... read more |
| Price Range | ||
| Published On | October 2008 | July 2009 |
