HTC Panache
#6577
Lava A68
#7745Category Breakdown
HTC Panache
Lava A68
Performance
57.354.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
64.364.3
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
54.153.2
Summary
- The HTC Panache, released in 2011, features a 3.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Lava A68, released in 2016, offers a larger 4.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Panache is powered by a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU and Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 chipset, whereas the A68 has a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, both equipped with 8GB of storage and similar RAM configurations.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera without OIS, but the A68 supports video recording.
- The Panache has a 1400 mAh battery, while the A68 has a slightly larger 1750 mAh battery, contributing to longer usage time.
- The Panache runs on Android 2.3 with Sense UI, while the A68 operates on Android 6.0, providing a more updated software experience.
- In terms of build quality, the Panache is heavier at 150g compared to the A68's 130g, and the A68 has a slimmer profile.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Panache
Lava A68
General
Release Date
2011
2016
Announced
2011
2016
Description
For North CanadaAlso known as HTC Panache 4G
For India
Display
Size
3.8"
4.5"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 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 MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
N/A
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
Quad-core 1.2 GHz
GPU
Adreno 205
N/A
Memory
8GB (1.2GB user available), 768MB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Details
5 MP, AF
5 MP
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Details
VGA videocall camera
VGA, LED flash
Video Recording
720p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1750 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1750 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
122.2 x 62.5 x 11.1 mm (4.81 x 2.46 x 0.44 in)
134 x 66 x 9.6 mm (5.28 x 2.60 x 0.38 in)
Weight
150 g
130 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, Gold, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/2 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.1, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 2
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS Version
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 2
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes