HTC One VX
#6676
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
#6849Category Breakdown
HTC One VX
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
Performance
43.131.5
Camera
19.115.4
Display
43.943.2
Battery
17.420.0
Build
15.216.6
Connectivity
51.751.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
22.721.8
Summary
- The HTC One VX and Samsung Galaxy Core LTE both feature a 4.5-inch display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, but the HTC uses Super LCD2 technology while the Samsung employs PLS.
- In terms of performance, both devices are powered by a dual-core 1.2 GHz CPU and have 1GB of RAM, although the HTC has a Snapdragon 400 chipset, which may offer slightly better efficiency.
- Both smartphones have a 5 MP rear camera, but the HTC supports 1080p video recording, while the Samsung is limited to 720p.
- The Galaxy Core LTE has a larger 2100 mAh battery compared to the HTC's 1800 mAh, potentially offering longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the HTC runs on Android 4.0 with Sense UI, while the Samsung operates on Android 4.2.2, providing a slightly more updated experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with the HTC being lighter at 124.7g versus the Samsung's 137g.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC One VX
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
General
Release Date
2012
2014
Announced
2012
2014
Description
For AT&T
Also known as:Samsung G386FSamsung Galaxy Core 4G
Display
Size
4.5"
4.5"
Type
Super LCD2
PLS
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
N/A
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Krait
Dual-core 1.2 GHz
GPU
Adreno 305
N/A
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1800 mAh
2100 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
133.5 x 67.6 x 9.2 mm (5.26 x 2.66 x 0.36 in)
132.9 x 66.3 x 9.8 mm (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.39 in)
Weight
124.7 g
137 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black, Gray
White, Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.16 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)
0.46 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, aptX
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass