HTC Inspire 4G
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HTC ThunderBolt 4G
#8511Category Breakdown
HTC Inspire 4G
HTC ThunderBolt 4G
Performance
35.937.0
Camera
14.114.1
Display
42.016.9
Battery
12.714.0
Build
16.514.6
Connectivity
28.335.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
18.314.9
Summary
- The HTC Inspire 4G and HTC ThunderBolt 4G both feature a 4.3-inch display with the same resolution and pixel density, but the Inspire uses S-LCD technology while the ThunderBolt employs TFT.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with similar Snapdragon S2 chipsets and Adreno 205 GPUs, offering comparable processing power.
- The Inspire has an 8 MP rear camera, while the ThunderBolt also features an 8 MP rear camera but includes a 1.3 MP front-facing camera, enhancing its selfie capabilities.
- The ThunderBolt's battery capacity is higher at 1400 mAh compared to the Inspire's 1230 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Both phones run on Android 2.2 with Sense UI, but the ThunderBolt can be upgraded to Android 4.0, providing a more modern software experience.
- Build-wise, the Inspire is slightly lighter and thinner than the ThunderBolt.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Inspire 4G
HTC ThunderBolt 4G
General
Release Date
2011
2011
Announced
2011
2011
Description
For AT&T
Also known as HTC Incredible HD, HTC Droid ThunderboltFor Verizon
Display
Size
4.3"
4.3"
Type
S-LCD
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1GHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 205
Adreno 205
Memory
4GB 768MB RAM
4GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 32 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
Dual-LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
1.3 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
720p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1230 mAh
1400 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
122.9 x 68.1 x 11.7 mm (4.84 x 2.68 x 0.46 in)
122 x 66 x 13 mm (4.80 x 2.60 x 0.51 in)
Weight
163.9 g
164 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Brown, Red
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.14 W/kg (head)
1.20 W/kg (head) 1.46 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
CDMA / EVDO / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot (charges may apply)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.1, A2DP, EDR
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 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI
Android 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 2
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass