HTC S740
#7884
ZTE Racer
#7638Category Breakdown
HTC S740
ZTE Racer
Performance
42.942.9
Camera
39.639.6
Display
21.226.3
Battery
11.211.6
Build
15.90.2
Connectivity
19.922.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
17.118.0
Summary
- The HTC S740 features a 2.4-inch TFT display with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, while the ZTE Racer has a slightly larger 2.8-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with the same resolution but a lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the S740 is powered by a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU, whereas the Racer has a more capable 600 MHz ARM 11 CPU and includes an Adreno 200 GPU.
- Both devices have similar camera specifications, with the S740 at 3.2 MP and the Racer at 3.15 MP, but the Racer offers autofocus.
- The S740 has a 1050 mAh battery, while the Racer has a slightly larger 1100 mAh battery.
- The S740 runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, whereas the Racer operates on Android 2.1, providing a more modern software experience.
- In terms of build quality, the S740 is heavier at 140g compared to the Racer's 100g, and the dimensions of the Racer make it more compact.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC S740
ZTE Racer
General
Release Date
2008
2010
Announced
2008
2010
Description
N/A
For Three Mobile UKAlso known as ZTE X850
Display
Size
2.4"
2.8"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
No
Adreno 200
Memory
256MB RAM, 256MB ROM
256MB RAM, 256MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSD (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.2 MP
3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1050 mAh
1100 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Po 1050 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
116.3 x 43.4 x 16.3 mm (4.58 x 1.71 x 0.64 in)
102 x 55 x 14.5 mm (4.02 x 2.17 x 0.57 in)
Weight
140 g
100 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.39 W/kg (head) 1.29 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
miniUSB 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
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard
Android 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A