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HTC HD mini

HTC HD mini

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HTC Hero

HTC Hero

#8569

Category Breakdown

HTC HD mini
HTC Hero
Performance
44.344.8
Camera
12.711.2
Display
22.122.1
Battery
12.313.6
Build
0.214.3
Connectivity
24.522.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
14.314.8

Summary

  • The HTC HD mini and HTC Hero both feature a 3.2-inch TFT display with the same resolution and pixel density, providing similar visual experiences.
  • In terms of performance, the HD mini has a slightly faster CPU at 600 MHz compared to the Hero's 528 MHz, but both devices have comparable RAM and storage capacities.
  • The camera specifications are identical with a 5 MP rear camera, though the HD mini supports video recording at 480p@30fps, while the Hero is limited to CIF@15fps.
  • The HD mini has a smaller battery capacity of 1200 mAh compared to the Hero's 1350 mAh, which may affect longevity.
  • Regarding software, the HD mini runs on Windows Mobile 6.5.3, while the Hero operates on Android 1.5, resulting in different user experiences.
  • Build quality shows the HD mini is lighter and more compact, whereas the Hero is slightly bulkier.

Side-by-side Specification Comparison

HTC HD mini
HTC Hero

General

Release Date

2010
2009

Announced

2010
2009

Description

N/A
N/A

Display

Size

3.2"
3.2"

Type

TFT, 65K colors
TFT, 65K colors

Resolution

320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)

PPI

320
320

Refresh Rate

60Hz
60Hz

HDR Support

Protection

Corning Gorilla Glass
Corning Gorilla Glass

Performance

Chipset

Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM7200A

CPU

600 MHz ARM 11
528 MHz ARM 11

GPU

Adreno 200
Adreno 130

Memory

384MB RAM, 512MB ROM
288MB RAM, 512MB

Expandable Storage

Card Slot

microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSD (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera

5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF

Main Camera Features

N/A
N/A

Front Camera

N/A
N/A

Front Camera Features

N/A
N/A

Video Recording

480p@30fps
CIF@15fps

Selfie Video

N/A
N/A

Optical Stabilization

Night Mode

Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity

1200 mAh
1350 mAh

Battery Details

Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1350 mAh battery

Charging Details

N/A
N/A

Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions

103.8 x 57.7 x 11.7 mm (4.09 x 2.27 x 0.46 in)
112 x 56.2 x 14.4 mm (4.41 x 2.21 x 0.57 in)

Weight

110 g
135 g

Materials

N/A
N/A

Colors

Black
Brown, White (teflon coating), Graphite, Black, Pink

Foldable

SAR

N/A
1.21 W/kg (head)     1.51 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIM

Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM

Network

GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA

Network Speed

HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps

5G

4G

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Wi-Fi router
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g

Bluetooth

2.1, A2DP
2.0, A2DP

NFC

USB

microUSB 2.0
miniUSB 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

Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5.3 Professional, Sense UI
Android 1.5 (Cupcake), Sense UI

Fingerprint

Face Unlock

Sensors

Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, compass