HTC Arrive
#7717
HTC Desire L
#7456Category Breakdown
HTC Arrive
HTC Desire L
Performance
38.834.2
Camera
14.114.1
Display
34.143.2
Battery
15.217.4
Build
17.50.2
Connectivity
25.932.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
17.718.8
Summary
- The HTC Arrive features a smaller 3.6-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the HTC Desire L has a larger 4.3-inch Super LCD2 display with the same resolution but a lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Arrive is powered by a single-core Snapdragon S1 processor with 8GB of RAM, compared to the Desire L's dual-core Snapdragon S4 Play and 4GB of RAM, offering better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera with 720p video recording, but neither includes optical image stabilization.
- The Desire L has a larger 1800 mAh battery compared to the Arrive's 1500 mAh, potentially providing longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Arrive runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 7, while the Desire L operates on Android 4.1.2, offering a more modern software experience.
- The Arrive is heavier at 185g, whereas the Desire L is lighter at 118g, contributing to a more comfortable handling experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Arrive
HTC Desire L
General
Release Date
2011
2013
Announced
2010
2013
Description
For SprintPreviously known as HTC 7 Pro CDMA
For China
Display
Size
3.6"
4.3"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
Super LCD2
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~259 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 203
Memory
8GB 576MB RAM, 16GB 576MB RAM
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
720p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1800 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117.5 x 59 x 15.5 mm (4.63 x 2.32 x 0.61 in)
128 x 66.9 x 8.9 mm (5.04 x 2.63 x 0.35 in)
Weight
185 g
118 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
White, Black, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.72 W/kg (head)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
CDMA / EVDO
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS; Bing Maps
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Phone 7
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity