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Palm Pre (GSM) vs HTC First

Side by side comparison between Palm Pre vs HTC First phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare HTC First X Palm Pre (GSM) 01Point
Palm Pre (GSM)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.1"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

vs
29Points HTC First Compare Palm Pre X
HTC First
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
4.3"
SLCD3

720x1280

5
MP

1.5mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

2000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? HTC First

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Pre (GSM)} 1 Advantage Palm Pre (GSM) vs First} 29 Advantages HTC First
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
600MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)vs+1.4GHz 32bit Dual-core194%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB SDRAMvs+1GB LPDDR23 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GBvs+16GB (13GB available)63%
More internal storage for applications and files
135 grams (4.73 ounces)vs+124 grams (4.34 ounces)9%
Lighter
16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)vs+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)90%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT Super LCD 3Advantage
TFT Super LCD 3 display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixelsvs+720x1280 pixels5 times
Higher resolution screen
186 PPIvs+342 PPI84%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.1"vs+4.3"39%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(back) 5MP60%
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+Only digital zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+(front) 1.5MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (176x144)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)81 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
6000 apps (Palm App Catalog)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)582 times
More apps available to download and use
3G HSDPAvs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps27 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1150 mAhvs+2000 mAh74%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
802.11 b/g [wifi3]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 2Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
12 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
+5 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
 
ModelPre (GSM)HTC First
Other model namesPalm Pre GSM, Palm Pre 1, Palm Castle GAT&T HTC First PM33100, HTC Myst, Facebook Phone
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)		USA
USA
BrandPalmHTC
Release date10/13/2009, Announced: 6/6/20094/12/2013
Depth16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)59.57 x 100.53 millimeters (2.35 x 3.96 in)65 x 126 millimeters (2.56 x 4.96 in)
Weight135 grams (4.73 ounces)124 grams (4.34 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic bodyfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Display typeTFT LCDTFT Super LCD 3
Screen size3.1" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~47.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~62.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)186 PPI342 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 2
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
System versionPalm webOS 1.0Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Chipset32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3430 (65nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8930
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)		Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.4GHz Krait 200 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR SGX530 MP1Qualcomm Adreno 305
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
RAM memory256MB SDRAM1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage8GB16GB (13GB available)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3.6 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat3 700/850/1700/1900 (Bands 2,4,5,17)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels5 megapixels
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)QCIF (176x144)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered28mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomNot supportedOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Front camera (secondary)Not supported1.5 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1600x960 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedHD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellation1 microphone2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.263, H.264, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSGPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP1		LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1150 mAh2000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy5 hours14.4 hours
Standby200 hours (8.3 days)432 hours (18 days)

➕ Other features

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserfeature not registeredHTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• Palm Touchstone charging dock compliant
Microsoft Office 2007
Java framework		• Colors: Black, White, Red, Pale Blue
• Facebook Home UI
• HT40
• HAC (M3/T3)
• WiFi hotspot

☢️ Radiation rate

Palm Pre (GSM)HTC First
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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