HTC Merge
#6799
Spice Mi
#8770Category Breakdown
HTC Merge
Spice Mi
Performance
57.351.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
64.364.3
Battery
43.543.5
Build
68.868.8
Overall
53.952.1
Summary
- The HTC Merge features a smaller 3.8-inch S-LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Spice Mi has a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but lower pixel density at ~187 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Merge is equipped with a Qualcomm MSM7630 chipset and an 800 MHz CPU, whereas the Spice Mi offers a dual-core 1.0 GHz Mediatek MT6577 processor, which may provide better multitasking capabilities.
- Both phones have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Spice Mi includes a 1.3 MP front camera for selfies, absent in the Merge.
- The Spice Mi also boasts a larger 2100 mAh battery compared to the Merge's 1400 mAh, likely resulting in better battery life.
- Software-wise, the Merge runs on Android 2.2 with Sense UI, while the Spice Mi operates on a more recent Android 4.0, which may offer a more modern user experience.
- Build quality shows the Merge is heavier at 198g with thicker dimensions, while the Spice Mi is lighter at 186g and slimmer.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Merge
Spice Mi
General
Release Date
2011
2013
Announced
2011
2013
Description
For US Cellular, Alltel, VerizonAlso known as HTC Lexikon, HTC ADR6325
N/A
Display
Size
3.8"
5"
Type
S-LCD
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7630
Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
CPU
800 MHz
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
N/A
PowerVR SGX531u
Memory
2GB 512MB RAM
N/A
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Details
5 MP, AF
5 MP
Front Camera
N/A
1.3 MP
Front Camera Details
N/A
1.3 MP
Video Recording
720p
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
2100 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Li-Ion 2100 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
120.7 x 61.9 x 13.8 mm (4.75 x 2.44 x 0.54 in)
148 x 77.2 x 9.6 mm (5.83 x 3.04 x 0.38 in)
Weight
198 g
186 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
White
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps / HSPA
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
OS Version
Android 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes