HTC Desire
#5953
HTC Primo
#5095Category Breakdown
HTC Desire
HTC Primo
Performance
62.752.7
Camera
13.739.6
Display
71.878.3
Battery
14.01.6
Build
14.417.0
Connectivity
23.927.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
25.829.4
Summary
- The HTC Desire and HTC Primo both feature a 3.7-inch display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, but the Primo utilizes Super AMOLED technology compared to the Desire's AMOLED or SLCD options, potentially offering better color vibrancy.
- In terms of performance, the Primo has a dual-core 1.0 GHz CPU, which may provide a smoother experience than the Desire's single-core 1.0 GHz Scorpion processor.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera with autofocus, but the Primo supports video recording, while the Desire's video capabilities are limited to a software update.
- The Desire has a 1400 mAh battery, while the Primo's battery capacity is unspecified.
- The Desire runs on Android 2.1 (upgradable to 2.2), whereas the Primo operates on Android 4.0, offering a more modern software experience.
- Overall, the Primo shows advancements in display technology, processing power, and software.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Desire
HTC Primo
General
Release Date
2010
2012
Announced
2010
2012
Description
Also known as HTC Bravo, HTC Desire A8181
Released asHTC One V
Display
Size
3.7"
3.7"
Type
AMOLED or SLCD
Super AMOLED
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
N/A
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
Dual-core 1.0 GHz
GPU
Adreno 200
N/A
Memory
576MB RAM; 512MB
512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@15fps, 720p@30fps (via SW update)
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
N/A
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
119 x 60 x 11.9 mm (4.69 x 2.36 x 0.47 in)
N/A
Weight
135 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Brown, Silver, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.48 W/kg (head) 0.69 W/kg (body)
0.37 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot (Android 2.2)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass