HTC Panache
#8440
Sony Xperia J
#8652Category Breakdown
HTC Panache
Sony Xperia J
Performance
39.133.1
Camera
15.411.9
Display
16.916.9
Battery
14.017.0
Build
17.617.3
Connectivity
27.928.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.114.5
Summary
- The HTC Panache features a 3.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Sony Xperia J has a slightly larger 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, offering a marginally better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Panache is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 chipset with 8GB of storage and 768MB of RAM, compared to the Xperia J's Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 with 4GB of storage and 512MB of RAM, indicating better multitasking capabilities for the Panache.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Xperia J records video at a lower resolution of 480p, while the Panache can capture 720p video.
- The Xperia J has a larger 1750mAh battery compared to the Panache's 1400mAh, potentially offering longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Panache runs Android 2.3 with Sense UI, while the Xperia J comes with Android 4.0.4, which is upgradable to 4.1.2, providing a more modern software experience.
- In terms of build quality, the Xperia J is lighter and slimmer than the Panache, making it more comfortable to handle.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Panache
Sony Xperia J
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
For North CanadaAlso known as HTC Panache 4G
Also known as Sony ST26i/ST26a
Display
Size
3.8"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
Adreno 205
Adreno 200
Memory
8GB (1.2GB user available), 768MB RAM
4GB (2GB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
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
480p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1750 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1750 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)
124.3 x 61.2 x 9.2 mm (4.89 x 2.41 x 0.36 in)
Weight
150 g
124 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White, Gold, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.68 W/kg (head)
0.63 W/kg (head) 0.50 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, EDR
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 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass