HTC A12
#4574
Samsung Z3
#5199Category Breakdown
HTC A12
Samsung Z3
Performance
47.835.0
Camera
19.115.4
Display
56.580.4
Battery
20.022.4
Build
0.216.8
Connectivity
42.636.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
32.528.8
Summary
- The HTC A12 features a compact 4.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Samsung Z3 has a slightly larger 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with the same resolution.
- In terms of performance, the HTC A12 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, whereas the Samsung Z3 uses a Spreadtrum SC7730, with the A12's CPU clocked at 1.2 GHz compared to the Z3's 1.3 GHz.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Samsung Z3 offers a better selfie camera at 5 MP versus the A12's 1.3 MP.
- The A12 has a smaller 2100 mAh battery compared to the Z3's 2600 mAh, which may affect longevity.
- Software-wise, the HTC A12 runs on Android 4.4.4 with Sense UI, while the Samsung Z3 operates on Tizen 2.3, upgradable to 2.4, providing different user experiences.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC A12
Samsung Z3
General
Release Date
N/A
2015
Announced
N/A
2015
Description
N/A
Versions: Z300H/DD (India)
Display
Size
4.7"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC7730
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 306
Mali-400
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama
LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
1.3 MP
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2100 mAh
2600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 2100 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
139.8 x 69.5 x 9.5 mm (5.50 x 2.74 x 0.37 in)
141.6 x 70 x 7.9 mm (5.57 x 2.76 x 0.31 in)
Weight
N/A
137 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, Silver, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.70 W/kg (head) 0.77 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Hybrid Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, aptX
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), Sense UI
Tizen 2.3, upgradable to 2.4
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity