HTC Primo
#5095
Samsung Google Nexus S
#6042Category Breakdown
HTC Primo
Samsung Google Nexus S
Performance
52.745.9
Camera
39.613.8
Display
78.378.3
Battery
1.615.2
Build
17.016.7
Connectivity
27.835.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
29.425.4
Summary
- The HTC Primo features a 3.7-inch Super AMOLED 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, resulting in a lower pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with a 1.0 GHz dual-core CPU, but the Nexus S has a more advanced chipset and more RAM at 16GB compared to the Primo's 512MB.
- Both cameras are 5 MP with autofocus, but the Nexus S can record video at 480p.
- The Primo has a smaller battery capacity, while the Nexus S offers a 1500 mAh battery.
- Software-wise, the Primo runs on Android 4.0, whereas the Nexus S initially launched with Android 2.3 but can be upgraded to 4.1.2.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Primo
Samsung Google Nexus S
General
Release Date
2012
2010
Announced
2012
2010
Description
Released asHTC One V
Previously known as Samsung i9020
Display
Size
3.7"
4"
Type
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio
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
N/A
Hummingbird
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz
1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPU
N/A
PowerVR SGX540
Memory
512MB RAM
16GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
No
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
w480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
N/A
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
N/A
123.9 x 63 x 10.9 mm (4.88 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight
N/A
129 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.37 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
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
3.0, A2DP
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 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), not upgradable to 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass