Category Breakdown
HTC Inspire 4G
Xiaomi Mi 1S
Performance
35.943.3
Camera
14.119.1
Display
42.016.9
Battery
12.718.1
Build
16.50.2
Connectivity
28.326.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
18.315.8
Summary
- The HTC Inspire 4G features a 4.3-inch S-LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Xiaomi Mi 1S has a slightly smaller 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, offering a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Inspire is powered by a 1.0 GHz single-core Snapdragon S2, whereas the Mi 1S utilizes a more advanced dual-core 1.7 GHz Snapdragon S3, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Mi 1S supports 1080p video recording compared to the 720p of the Inspire.
- The Mi 1S also has a larger battery capacity at 1930 mAh compared to the Inspire's 1230 mAh, likely resulting in better battery life.
- Software-wise, the Inspire runs on Android 2.2 with Sense UI, while the Mi 1S is equipped with Android 4.0, offering a more modern software experience.
- The build quality is comparable, with the Inspire being slightly heavier at 163.9g versus the Mi 1S at 149g.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Inspire 4G
Xiaomi Mi 1S
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
For AT&T
N/A
Display
Size
4.3"
4"
Type
S-LCD
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
Dual-core 1.7 GHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 205
Adreno 220
Memory
4GB 768MB RAM
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
N/A
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1230 mAh
1930 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1930 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)
125 x 63 x 11.9 mm (4.92 x 2.48 x 0.47 in)
Weight
163.9 g
149 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Brown, Red
White, green, blue, red, violet, orange, gray
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.14 W/kg (head)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot (charges may apply)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.1, 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 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

