HTC ChaCha
#7412
NIU Niutek 3G 4.0 N309
#6987Category Breakdown
HTC ChaCha
NIU Niutek 3G 4.0 N309
Performance
52.262.0
Camera
12.739.6
Display
34.116.9
Battery
12.816.4
Build
15.20.2
Connectivity
26.425.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.021.0
Summary
- The HTC ChaCha features a smaller 2.6-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels, while the NIU Niutek 3G 4.0 N309 offers a larger 4.0-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 Niutek has a more capable 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 processor, which may result in smoother operation.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera but differ in video capabilities, with the Niutek supporting video recording.
- The ChaCha has a 1250 mAh battery, while the Niutek has a larger 1650 mAh battery, potentially offering longer usage.
- Both phones run on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), but the ChaCha includes HTC's Sense UI, which may enhance the software experience compared to the standard Android interface on the Niutek.
- The ChaCha is heavier at 120g compared to the lighter 71g of the Niutek, which may affect portability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC ChaCha
NIU Niutek 3G 4.0 N309
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
Also known as HTC ChaChaCha
Single SIM: N319Dual SIM: N309
Display
Size
2.6"
4"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT
Resolution
480 x 320 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~222 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
CPU
800 MHz
1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
N/A
PowerVR SGX531
Memory
512MB 512MB RAM
512MB 512MB RAM
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
VGA
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
1650 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1250 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1650 mAh battery
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)
123.5 x 65 x 10.5 mm (4.86 x 2.56 x 0.41 in)
Weight
120 g
71 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Silver
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.68 W/kg (head) 1.37 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
2.1
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB
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 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity