Category Breakdown
Archos 50 Platinum
HTC Desire 526G+ dual sim
Performance
38.242.8
Camera
14.119.1
Display
55.242.3
Battery
18.918.9
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
29.531.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
21.421.8
Summary
- The Archos 50 Platinum features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the HTC Desire 526G+ has a slightly smaller 4.7-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution, resulting in a marginally higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Archos is powered by a quad-core 1.2 GHz processor, whereas the HTC offers an octa-core 1.7 GHz option, providing superior processing capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the HTC can record video at 1080p, compared to the Archos's 720p.
- Battery capacity is identical at 2000 mAh, but the HTC's newer software, Android 4.4.2, may offer a better user experience than the Archos's Android 4.1.2.
- The Archos is slightly heavier at 160.2g compared to the HTC's 154.0g, and the HTC also benefits from Bluetooth 4.0, enhancing connectivity options.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Archos 50 Platinum
HTC Desire 526G+ dual sim
General
Release Date
2013
2015
Announced
2013
2015
Description
N/A
Available as HTC Desire 526G dual sim with Quad-core 1.3 GHz CPU
Display
Size
5"
4.7"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD,
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play
N/A
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
Octa-core 1.7 GHz - 526G+ modelQuad-core 1.3 GHz - 526G model
GPU
Adreno 203
N/A
Memory
4GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR
LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
2000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
143.4 x 72.4 x 8.9 mm (5.65 x 2.85 x 0.35 in)
139.8 x 69.8 x 9.9 mm (5.50 x 2.75 x 0.39 in)
Weight
160.2 g
154 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Glacier blue, Stealth black, Lacquer black, Fervor red - 526G+Glacier blue, Stealth black - 526G
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, DLNA
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity

