HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim) vs Apple iPhone 2G (16GB)

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Side by side comparison between HTC Desire 816 vs Apple iPhone 2G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

6/7/2014 10:32 PM, updated: 9/27/2024 5:07 AM

Compare Apple iPhone 2G X HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim) 31Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
SLCD2

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Non removable)

04Points Apple iPhone 2G (16GB) Compare HTC Desire 816 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)

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31 Advantages HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	vs	4 Advantages Apple iPhone 2G (16GB)
+1.6GHz 32bit Quad-core5 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	412MHz 32bit Single-core
+1.5GB LPDDR211 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	128MB SDRAM
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)45% Thinner	vs	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+TFT Super LCD 2Advantage TFT Super LCD 2 display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+720x1280 pixels5 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+267 PPI62% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	165 PPI
+5.5"57% Larger screen	vs	3.5"
+(back) 13MP6 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 2MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 5MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use	vs	2300000 apps (App Store)
+3G+ HSPA+Advantage The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster	vs	2G EDGE
+(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps108 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G EDGE) 0.384 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+2600 mAh86% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1400 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
8GB (4GB available)	vs	+16GB (15GB available)3 times More internal storage for applications and files
165 grams (5.78 ounces)	vs	+135 grams (4.73 ounces)22% Lighter
Not supported	vs	+Proprietary TV-outAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

10 Common items in both devices

16 million

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) / Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)

Hands-free calling

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Other model names	HTC Desire 816 Dual Chip, HTC Desire 816 Doble Sim, HTC A5	Apple iPhone 1, iPhone 2007 (A1203)
Country or region available	feature not registered	(Europe), Canada, USA
Brand	HTC	Apple
Release date	3/1/2014	6/1/2007
Depth	8 millimeters (0.31 inches)	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)	78.7 x 156.6 millimeters (3.1 x 6.17 in)	61 x 115 millimeters (2.4 x 4.53 in)
Weight	165 grams (5.78 ounces)	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Display type	TFT Super LCD 2	TFT LCD
Screen size	5.5" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~67.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~52% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	267 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Oleophobic coating screen
🤖 Operating System
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
System version	Android 4.4.2 KitKat	iOS 1.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	iOS 3.0
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8228	32bit: Samsung S5L8900
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 305	PowerVR MBX Lite
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
RAM memory	1.5GB LPDDR2	128MB SDRAM
Internal storage	8GB (4GB available)	16GB (15GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	42/5.76 Mbps	0.384 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	CSD, GPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4160x3120 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video only main camera	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	5 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	1 microphone
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3
🔌 Connectivity
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	Not supported
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2600 mAh	1400 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	21 hours	8 hours
Standby	730 hours (30.4 days)	250 hours (10.4 days)
➕ Other features
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Red, Gray, Green • USB OTG On-The-Go 1.3 • HTC Sense UI 6 • HTC BoomSound • HTC BlinkFeed • Picture-taking during video recording • WiFi hotspot • Java framework	• Colors: Black
☢️ Radiation rate
	HTC Desire 816 (Dual-Sim)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.97W/kg (head), 0.38W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.97W/kg (head), 0.69W/kg (body)