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Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB) vs HTC Desire 500 (506e)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi 15 vs HTC Desire 500 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare HTC Desire 500 X Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB) 40Points
6.36"
AMOLED

1200x2670

50
MP

32mp

16GB
RAM

Octa-core

5400
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
06Points HTC Desire 500 (506e) Compare Xiaomi 15 X
4.3"
TFT

480x800

8
MP

1.6mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

1800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

15 (China 512GB/16GB)} 40 Advantages Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB) vs Desire 500 (506e)} 6 Advantages HTC Desire 500 (506e)
+4.32GHz 64bit Octa-core (3nm)4 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (45nm)
+16GB LPDDR5X15 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR2
+512GB (458GB available)457 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs4GB (1GB available)
+UFS 4.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)18%
Thinner
vs9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
+LTPO AMOLEDAdvantage
LTPO AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+Dolby Vision/HDR10+Advantage
The Dolby Vision/HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+68 billion4249 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs16 million
+1200x2670 pixels7 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+460 PPI112%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs217 PPI
+6.36"48%
Larger screen
vs4.3"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 50MP + 50MP18 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 8MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+1/1.31" inches144%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/3.2" inches
+f/1.6 (aperture)25%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.0 (aperture)
+(front) 32MP19 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 1.6MP
+8K UHD (7680x4320)35 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsHD (1280x720)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) HD (1280x720)
+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs3G HSUPA
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps416 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5400 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1800 mAh
+Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)Advantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+4 microphones100%
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vs2 microphones
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+6.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 6.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Dragon Crystal GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
192 grams (6.72 ounces)vs+123 grams (4.31 ounces)56%
Lighter
Li-Si: lithium-silicon (Non removable)vs+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

13 Common items in both devices
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
BSI sensor
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
+6 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
ModelXiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)Desire 500 (506e)
Other model namesXiaomi 15 24129PN74CHTC Desire 500 506e, HTC Desire 500 5088, HTC Z4
Country or region availableChina
China
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiHTC
Release date10/29/20248/1/2013, Announced: 9/1/2013
Depth8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)71.2 x 152.3 millimeters (2.8 x 6 in)66.9 x 131.8 millimeters (2.63 x 5.19 in)
Weight192 grams (6.72 ounces)123 grams (4.31 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass frontfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Display typeLTPO AMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.36" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~90% (screen-to-body ratio)~59.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1200x2670 pixels (20:9)480x800 pixels (5:3)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)460 PPI217 PPI
Colors68 billion16 million
Scratch-resistant glassDragon Crystal GlassNot supported
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features3200nits[peak]
Dolby Vision/HDR10+
Touch Sampling Rate: 300Hz
Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
System versionAndroid 15Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User InterfaceHyperOS 2HTC Sense 5.0 UI

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AB) (3nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8225Q) (45nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 4.32GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L (Dual-core)
6x 3.53GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M (Hexa-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 830 (1100MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 203 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 2534643 (v10)
Geekbench: 9419 (v6)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
RAM memory16GB LPDDR5X1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage512GB (458GB available)
UFS 4.0
4GB (1GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageNot supportedUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
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 networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 80, 81, 83, 84, 89)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6Not supported

📷 Camera

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
50MP telephoto f/2.060mm1/2.76"0.64µmPDAFOIS2.6x-optical-zoom
50MP ultrawide f/2.214mm115°1/2.76"0.64µm
8 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fpsHD (1280x720) 24 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.6 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length23mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.31" inches1/3.2" inches
Pixel size1.2µm pixel1.4µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extras8K@24/30fps (HDR)
4K@24/30/60fps (HDR10+, 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR, 10-bit LOG)
1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps
720p@1920fps
Leica Summilux
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Front camera (secondary)32 megapixels1.6 megapixels
Front camera resolution6528x4896 pixels1536x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)HD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length21mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/3.14" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.7µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
24-bit/192kHz
Dolby Atmos
Hi-Res
Supported
Beats audio
Active noise cancellation4 microphones2 microphones
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth6.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Battery typeLi-Si: lithium-silicon (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)
Battery capacity5400 mAh1800 mAh
Charger, watts90W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
Quick Charge 3+
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging50W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
10W Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered12.1 hours
Standbyfeature not registered435 hours (18.1 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Green, Lilac, Liquid Silver
• Xiaomi HyperAI
• Colors: Black, Silver
• Dropbox 25GB
• HTC BlinkFeed
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi 15 (China 512GB/16GB)HTC Desire 500 (506e)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.99W/kg (head), 1W/kg (body)0.29W/kg (head)
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