HTC Sensation XL
#7263
ZTE Grand X LTE T82
#6633Category Breakdown
HTC Sensation XL
ZTE Grand X LTE T82
Performance
51.344.1
Camera
14.119.1
Display
42.055.2
Battery
16.218.0
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
28.840.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.722.9
Summary
- The HTC Sensation XL features a larger 4.7-inch S-LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the ZTE Grand X LTE T82 has a smaller 4.3-inch IPS LCD display with a higher resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, offering better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Sensation XL is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 chipset with a single-core CPU, whereas the Grand X LTE utilizes a more advanced Snapdragon S4 Plus with a dual-core CPU, resulting in superior processing capabilities.
- Both phones have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Grand X LTE can record video at 1080p, compared to the Sensation XL's 720p.
- The Grand X LTE also has a larger 1900 mAh battery compared to the Sensation XL's 1600 mAh.
- Software-wise, the Sensation XL runs on an older Android 2.3 (upgradable to 4.0), while the Grand X LTE comes with Android 4.0, providing a more updated software experience.
- Build quality is similar, with the Sensation XL being slightly heavier and thicker than the Grand X LTE.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Sensation XL
ZTE Grand X LTE T82
General
Release Date
2011
2012
Announced
2011
2012
Description
Previously rumored as HTC Runnymede
Also known as ZTE Easy Touch 4G for Telstra
Display
Size
4.7"
4.3"
Type
S-LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~199 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI
480
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPU
1.5 GHz Scorpion
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 205
Adreno 225
Memory
16GB 768MB RAM
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash, HDR
LED flash
Front Camera
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1600 mAh
1900 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1900 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
132.5 x 70.7 x 9.9 mm (5.22 x 2.78 x 0.39 in)
130.9 x 65 x 11.2 mm (5.15 x 2.56 x 0.44 in)
Weight
162.5 g
151 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White
White, Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
4.0, 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), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 3.5
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass