Category Breakdown
HTC Windows Phone 8X CDMA
ZTE Blade Vec 4G
Performance
51.354.3
Camera
42.142.1
Display
67.567.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
53.053.9
Summary
- The HTC Windows Phone 8X CDMA features a compact build with a 4.3-inch S-LCD2 display at 720 x 1280 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 342 ppi, while the ZTE Blade Vec 4G has a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but lower pixel density at around 294 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the HTC is powered by a dual-core 1.5 GHz CPU, whereas the ZTE utilizes a quad-core 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 400, providing a potentially smoother experience.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, but the ZTE offers an optional 13 MP variant.
- The Blade Vec 4G also has a larger 2300 mAh battery compared to the 1800 mAh battery of the HTC, potentially offering better longevity.
- The HTC runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 8, while the ZTE operates on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), leading to different software experiences and app ecosystems.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Windows Phone 8X CDMA
ZTE Blade Vec 4G
General
Release Date
2012
2014
Announced
2012
2014
Description
For Verizon Wireless
N/A
Display
Size
4.3"
5"
Type
S-LCD2
TFT
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 2
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
N/A
Adreno 305
Memory
16GB 1GB RAM
16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, AF
8 MP or 13 MP, AF
Front Camera
2.1 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Details
2.1 MP
2 MP/ 1 MP, market dependent
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1800 mAh
2300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
132.4 x 66.2 x 10.1 mm (5.21 x 2.61 x 0.40 in)
142.3 x 70.4 x 7.8 mm (5.60 x 2.77 x 0.31 in)
Weight
132.1 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
California Blue, Graphite Black, Flame Red
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.1, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Phone 8
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS Version
Microsoft Windows Phone 8
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes

