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BlackBerry Z3
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BlackBerry Z3

Released: 2014, February. Released 2014, MayPrice: About 90 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSBlackBerry OS 10.2.1, upgradable to 10.3.1
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Krait 200
GPUAdreno 305
NFCNo
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~67.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandBlackBerry
BuildGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ModelBlackBerry Z3
PriceAbout 90 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA
Video720p
ColorsBlack
Single1.1 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight164 g (5.78 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal8GB 1.5GB RAM
Released2014, February. Released 2014, May
Stand-byUp to 384 h
Announced2014, February. Released 2014, May
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 15 h 30 min
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions140 x 72.8 x 9.3 mm (5.51 x 2.87 x 0.37 in)
Music playUp to 84 h
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

BlackBerry Z3 Overview

About BlackBerry Z3 BlackBerry Z3 is a discontinued device from BlackBerry's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. BlackBerry Z3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1.5GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

BlackBerry Z3 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the BlackBerry Z3?

The BlackBerry Z3 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does BlackBerry Z3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many BlackBerry devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting BlackBerry Z3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the BlackBerry Z3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does BlackBerry Z3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BlackBerry Z3.