HTC ChaCha
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Karbonn A9
#6432Category Breakdown
HTC ChaCha
Karbonn A9
Performance
52.253.0
Camera
12.739.6
Display
34.134.1
Battery
12.816.2
Build
15.217.6
Connectivity
26.425.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.023.7
Summary
- The HTC ChaCha features a compact 2.6-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels, while the Karbonn A9 has a larger 3.8-inch TFT display with a higher resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing a better visual experience.
- In terms of performance, the ChaCha is powered by an 800 MHz CPU, whereas the A9 has a faster 1.0 GHz CPU, both with 512MB of RAM.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the A9 supports video recording, while the ChaCha is limited to 480p at 30fps.
- The ChaCha's battery capacity is 1250 mAh, which is lower than the A9's 1600 mAh, offering potentially longer usage time.
- Both phones run on Android 2.3, but the A9 has a slightly updated version at 2.3.6, providing a marginally improved software experience.
- Overall, the Karbonn A9 offers better display, performance, and battery life compared to the HTC ChaCha.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC ChaCha
Karbonn A9
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
Also known as HTC ChaChaCha
N/A
Display
Size
2.6"
3.8"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 320 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~222 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
800 MHz
1.0 GHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
512MB 512MB RAM
512MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1250 mAh
1600 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1250 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
114.4 x 64.6 x 10.7 mm (4.50 x 2.54 x 0.42 in)
120 x 60.5 x 11.3 mm (4.72 x 2.38 x 0.44 in)
Weight
120 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Silver
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.68 W/kg (head) 1.37 W/kg (body)
0.68 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 2.1
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity