HTC Merge
#7628
ZTE Anthem 4G
#7447Category Breakdown
HTC Merge
ZTE Anthem 4G
Performance
32.142.0
Camera
14.119.1
Display
42.034.1
Battery
14.017.1
Build
17.50.2
Connectivity
29.936.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
18.018.8
Summary
- The HTC Merge features a 3.8-inch S-LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the ZTE Anthem 4G has a larger 4.3-inch TFT display with the same resolution but lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Merge is powered by an 800 MHz CPU and 2GB of RAM, whereas the Anthem 4G offers a dual-core 1.2 GHz CPU and 4GB of RAM, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Anthem 4G can record video at 1080p, compared to the Merge's 720p.
- The battery capacity of the Anthem 4G is slightly higher at 1780 mAh compared to the Merge's 1400 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Both phones run on older versions of Android, with the Merge using Android 2.2 and the Anthem 4G on Android 2.3, which may affect the software experience.
- Overall, the ZTE Anthem 4G presents a more robust performance and display experience, while the HTC Merge is more compact.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Merge
ZTE Anthem 4G
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
For US Cellular, Alltel, VerizonAlso known as HTC Lexikon, HTC ADR6325
For MetroPCS
Display
Size
3.8"
4.3"
Type
S-LCD
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7630
Qualcomm Snapdragon
CPU
800 MHz
Dual-core 1.2 GHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
2GB 512MB RAM
4GB (2.3GB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
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
1400 mAh
1780 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1780 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
120.7 x 61.9 x 13.8 mm (4.75 x 2.44 x 0.54 in)
130.1 x 68.1 x 13.7 mm (5.12 x 2.68 x 0.54 in)
Weight
198 g
189.9 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.72 W/kg (head)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
CDMA / EVDO / LTE
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps / HSPA
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity