Category Breakdown
HP iPAQ Data Messenger
Motorola MOTO XT316
Performance
61.865.5
Camera
41.941.9
Display
53.453.4
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
53.354.4
Summary
- The HP iPAQ Data Messenger features a 2.81-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, while the Motorola MOTO XT316 has a slightly smaller 2.8-inch TFT display with the same resolution but supports 256K colors for better color depth.
- In terms of performance, the iPAQ is powered by a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 128MB RAM, whereas the XT316 offers a more capable 600 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 512MB RAM, resulting in smoother multitasking.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the XT316 can record video at 480p, which the iPAQ lacks.
- The battery capacity of the MOTO XT316 is also higher at 1420 mAh compared to the iPAQ's 1140 mAh.
- Software-wise, the iPAQ runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, while the XT316 operates on Android 2.2, which is upgradable to 2.3, providing a more modern user experience.
- Build quality shows the XT316 is lighter and slimmer than the iPAQ, enhancing portability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HP iPAQ Data Messenger
Motorola MOTO XT316
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2008
2011
Description
N/A
For China
Display
Size
2.81"
2.8"
Type
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~142 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7201A
Qualcomm MSM7227-1 Snapdragon S1
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
Adreno 130
Adreno 200
Memory
128MB RAM, 256MB ROM
512MB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Details
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Details
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p@24fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1140 mAh
1420 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Po 1140 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1420 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
114 x 57 x 17.4 mm (4.49 x 2.24 x 0.69 in)
116.5 x 58 x 13.5 mm (4.59 x 2.28 x 0.53 in)
Weight
160 g
110 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Blue
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
Android 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread)
OS Version
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
Android 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes

