HTC Panache
#8440
Samsung Google Nexus S
#6042Category Breakdown
HTC Panache
Samsung Google Nexus S
Performance
39.145.9
Camera
15.413.8
Display
16.978.3
Battery
14.015.2
Build
17.616.7
Connectivity
27.935.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.125.4
Summary
- The HTC Panache features a 3.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Samsung Google Nexus S has a slightly larger 4.0-inch Super AMOLED display with the same resolution, offering better color reproduction.
- In terms of performance, the Panache is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 chipset and 768MB of RAM, whereas the Nexus S uses a Hummingbird chipset with 512MB of RAM, providing a more efficient experience.
- Both phones have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Nexus S supports video recording at 480p, compared to the Panache's 720p.
- The battery capacity of the Nexus S is 1500mAh, slightly higher than the Panache's 1400mAh.
- Both devices run on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), but the Nexus S can be upgraded to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), enhancing its software experience.
- The Panache is heavier at 150g compared to the Nexus S's 129g, making the latter more portable.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Panache
Samsung Google Nexus S
General
Release Date
2011
2010
Announced
2011
2010
Description
For North CanadaAlso known as HTC Panache 4G
Previously known as Samsung i9020
Display
Size
3.8"
4"
Type
TFT
Super AMOLED
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Oleophobic coating
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Hummingbird
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPU
Adreno 205
PowerVR SGX540
Memory
8GB (1.2GB user available), 768MB RAM
16GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
No
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA videocall camera
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
w480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
122.2 x 62.5 x 11.1 mm (4.81 x 2.46 x 0.44 in)
123.9 x 63 x 10.9 mm (4.88 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight
150 g
129 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.68 W/kg (head)
0.58 W/kg (head) 0.90 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/2 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, 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 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 2
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), not upgradable to 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass