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The BlackBerry Pearl 9100 is expected to launch in January 2010 and while many of the official specs are still in question it seems like the perfect time to draw a basic comparison between the device and its predecessor, the Pearl 8100. Thanks to some pictures released by CrackBerry earlier today we now have a great visual comparison to work with and in combination with a series of preliminary specs leaked across the web we bring you the following comparison chart.
| BlackBerry Pearl 8100 | BlackBerry Pearl 9100 | |
| Size and Weight | 4.2 x 1.97 x 0.55 inches and 3.10 oz. | — |
| Processor | 312 MHz Intel XScale PXA272 processor | — |
| Memory | 32MB ROM / 64MB RAM | 128MB RAM / 256MB ROM |
| Display | 2.2-inch, 260 x 240 TFT display | 2.2-inch, 240 x 240 TFT display |
| Connectivity | quadband GSM, triband UMTS, WiFi b/g | quadband GSM, triband UMTS, WiFi b/g and possible n |
| Battery | 900 Mah Li-Ion Talk Time: 3 hrs 30 min Standby: 360 hrs |
Li-Ion |
| Built-in Camera | 1.3-megapixel, LED flash | 3.15-megapixel, LED flash |
| Input Methods | QWERTY keyboard, trackball | QWERTY keyboard, trackpad |
| OS | BlackBerry OS 4.1 | BlackBerry OS 5.0 |
The major difference between the Pearl 9100 and Pearl 8100 and like all other 9XXX series devices is the addition of the trackpad. Gone are the days of dealing with trackballs and dust build up that often cause input errors. The other major differences are the boost to 128MB RAM / 256MB ROM, the 3.15-megapixel camera and of course BlackBerry OS 5.0. As more details on the BlackBerry Pearl 9100 are release we will continue to update the chart above. If you have any inside news or additional information feel free to drop us a line in the comments section below.
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So the screen size has decreased from the 8100 to 9100? Way to keep up with the market RIM.