Category Breakdown
HTC Snap
Samsung Galaxy Prevail
Performance
61.859.5
Camera
41.941.9
Display
57.057.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
54.053.3
Summary
- The HTC Snap features a smaller 2.4-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy Prevail has a larger 3.2-inch TFT display with a higher resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, resulting in better visual clarity.
- In terms of performance, the Snap is powered by a 528 MHz CPU and has 192MB of RAM, whereas the Prevail offers an 800 MHz CPU and 117MB of RAM, providing a smoother experience.
- Both devices have a 2 MP rear camera, but the Prevail supports video recording at 320p, while the Snap does not specify video capabilities.
- Both phones have a 1500 mAh battery, but the Snap is slightly heavier at 120g compared to the Prevail's 108g.
- The Snap runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, while the Prevail operates on Android 2.2 (Froyo), offering a more modern software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Snap
Samsung Galaxy Prevail
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
Also known as HTC S522 (in the US)
For Boost MobileAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Precedent
Display
Size
2.4"
3.2"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7627-3
CPU
528 MHz
800 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
192MB RAM, 256MB ROM
117MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Main Camera Details
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Details
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
320p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
116.5 x 61.5 x 12 mm (4.59 x 2.42 x 0.47 in)
113 x 57 x 12 mm (4.45 x 2.24 x 0.47 in)
Weight
120 g
108 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Brown
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / UMTS
CDMA / CDMA2000
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
EV-DO Rev.0, 153.2 Kbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
No
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Proprietary
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
OS Version
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes

