BlackBerry Key5 Launched with 160MP Camera, 5000mAh Battery and Up to 12GB RAM

Published On: June 22, 2025

BlackBerry Key5 – Yes, you heard that right — BlackBerry is making a comeback! And no, it’s not just a nostalgia trip. The all-new BlackBerry Key5 is here, and it’s packing serious power, a crazy 160MP camera, a solid 5000mAh battery, and of course, that iconic physical keyboard that made BlackBerry phones legendary.

But here’s the twist — this isn’t a phone for everyone. It’s made for people who actually work on their phones — not just scroll, stream, and snap. It’s for professionals, government employees, and anyone who values privacy, productivity, and typing with actual keys.

A Phone That Looks Like It Means Business

Right from the first glance, the Key5 stands out. It’s not trying to look like the latest iPhone or Galaxy. It has a bold, clean design with a 4.9-inch AMOLED display sitting above that famous QWERTY keyboard.

It’s built like a tank too — made with aircraft-grade aluminum and Gorilla Glass Victus, it feels premium and solid in hand. Sure, it’s a bit heavier at 210 grams, but that weight gives it durability and better keyboard balance. The grippy textured back and IP68 rating mean you don’t have to baby it — it can handle rough days at work.

All-Day Battery, Fast Charging

The Key5 has a 5000mAh battery, which doesn’t sound huge these days. But here’s the thing — with a smaller screen and smart battery optimizations, it easily lasts up to three days for light users. Power users? You’ll still get a full day without worry.

It supports 45W fast charging and 15W wireless charging, so topping it up is quick and easy. Background sync and display timeouts are smartly managed, making the most out of every charge.

Performance That Doesn’t Lag

Under the hood, it runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which is plenty powerful. You can choose between 8GB RAM + 256GB storage or go big with 12GB RAM + 512GB. Everything runs smooth — from switching apps to editing docs and managing emails.

And speaking of emails — BlackBerry’s Hub feature is back! It neatly gathers all your messages (email, texts, socials) into one place, so you don’t have to jump between apps.

That 160MP Camera Isn’t Just for Show

While the Key5 isn’t really made for Instagram influencers, it still brings some camera firepower. The 160MP main camera, along with 12MP ultrawide and 8MP zoom sensors, gives sharp detail, even in tricky lighting. The 32MP selfie camera does its job well too, especially for video calls.

But what sets it apart is that the camera is focused more on clarity and documentation — think scanning documents, capturing presentations, or snapping site details — rather than filters and effects.

Real Security Features You’ll Actually Use

This is where BlackBerry still shines. The Key5 runs on Android 15 with BlackBerry’s own DTEK security suite layered on top. You get features like:

Mic kill switch for physical audio privacy
AI call screening that auto-blocks suspicious numbers
Custom keyboard shortcuts for quick text input
Secure guest mode for shared use or temporary access

Basically, it gives you control and peace of mind in a way most phones just don’t.

Not a Mass Market Phone — And That’s Okay

The Key5 is not trying to be the next TikTok phone. It’s priced at ₹59,999 for the base model and ₹69,999 for the top-end one. You also get one year of security suite access and priority customer service included.

This phone is for people who care about things like:

Typing on a physical keyboard
Reliable security and privacy
Durable build that lasts
Productivity tools that matter
Minimal bloatware and clean software

Small Extras That Make a Big Difference

There are some nice touches that show BlackBerry is thinking long-term. The phone supports modular repairs, the battery is swappable at service centers, and it ships in eco-friendly packaging. Software support is promised for four years, which is rare these days.