HTC Arrive vs HTC Desire C
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
HTC Arrive
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HTC Desire C
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
HTC Arrive
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
HTC Arrive
Lighter body
HTC Desire C
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 3.6 | 3.5 |
| Panel Type | — | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 800 | 480 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 320 |
| PPI | 259 | 165 |
| Screen-to-body | 53.2 | 56.1 |
Platform
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Scorpion | 600 MHz Cortex-A5 |
| GPU | Adreno 200 | Adreno 200 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1 | Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 |
| OS Name | — | Android |
| OS Version | — | 4.0 |
Memory
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 8GB 0.5625GB RAM, 16GB 0.5625GB RAM | 4GB 0.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p | Yes |
| Features | LED flash | — |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP | 5 MP |
Battery
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1500 | 1230 |
| talk time | Up to 6 h | — |
Body
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Mini-SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 117.5 | 107.2 |
| keyboard | QWERTY | — |
| Thickness (mm) | 15.5 | 12.3 |
| Weight (g) | 185 | 100 |
| Width (mm) | 59 | 60.6 |
Launch
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2010, October. Released 2011, March | 2012, May. Released 2012, June |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | CDMA 800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | HSDPA 900, 2100 |
| Speed | EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
| Technology | CDMA, EVDO | GSM, HSPA |
Connectivity
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.1 | 3 |
| NFC | — | Optional |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS; Bing Maps | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | No | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | HTC Arrive | HTC Desire C |
|---|---|---|
| browser | HTML | — |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both HTC Arrive and HTC Desire C are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
HTC Arrive packs a 1500 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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