HTC HD7
#7746
HTC Windows Phone 8S
#7297Category Breakdown
HTC HD7
HTC Windows Phone 8S
Performance
38.837.2
Camera
14.115.4
Display
39.142.0
Battery
12.716.7
Build
15.415.6
Connectivity
26.328.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
17.619.6
Summary
- The HTC HD7 features a larger 4.3-inch LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the HTC Windows Phone 8S has a slightly smaller 4.0-inch S-LCD display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~233 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the HD7 is powered by a Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1 chipset with a single-core CPU, whereas the 8S utilizes a more advanced Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 with a dual-core CPU, resulting in better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera capable of 720p video recording, but the 8S can record at 30fps.
- The HD7 has a smaller 1230 mAh battery compared to the 1700 mAh battery in the 8S, which may provide longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the HD7 runs on Windows Phone 7, while the 8S operates on Windows Phone 8, offering a more updated software experience.
- The HD7 is heavier at 162g, while the 8S is lighter at 113g, contributing to a more comfortable handling experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC HD7
HTC Windows Phone 8S
General
Release Date
2010
2012
Announced
2010
2012
Description
Also known as HTC HD3, HTC Gold, HTC Diamond3, HTC Mondrian
N/A
Display
Size
4.3"
4"
Type
LCD
S-LCD
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 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
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 305
Memory
8GB, 576MB RAM (EU), 16GB, 576MB RAM (Asia)
4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1230 mAh
1700 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Non-removable Li-Po 1700 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
122 x 68 x 11.2 mm (4.80 x 2.68 x 0.44 in)
120.5 x 63 x 10.3 mm (4.74 x 2.48 x 0.41 in)
Weight
162 g
113 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Domino, Fiesta Red, Atlantic Blue, High-Rise Gray
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.15 W/kg (head) 0.82 W/kg (body)
0.97 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps or HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps (carrier dependent)
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
3.1, A2DP, EDR/ 4.0, LE after Amber update
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
Microsoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to WP8 GDR3
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity