HTC Desire C vs HTC EVO Shift 4G
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
HTC Desire C
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HTC EVO Shift 4G
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
HTC EVO Shift 4G
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
HTC EVO Shift 4G
Lighter body
HTC Desire C
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 3.5 | 3.6 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | — |
| Resolution Height | 480 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 320 | 480 |
| PPI | 165 | 259 |
| Glass Type | — | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Screen-to-body | 56.1 | 52.5 |
Platform
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 600 MHz Cortex-A5 | 800 MHz Scorpion |
| GPU | Adreno 200 | Adreno 205 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 | Qualcomm MSM7630 Snapdragon S2 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 4.0 | 2.2 |
Memory
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included |
| Variants | 4GB 0.5GB RAM | 2GB 0.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes | 720p |
| Features | — | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP | 5 MP |
Battery
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1230 | 1500 |
| stand by | — | Up to 146 h |
| talk time | — | Up to 6 h |
Body
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Mini-SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 107.2 | 117 |
| keyboard | — | QWERTY |
| Thickness (mm) | 12.3 | 16 |
| Weight (g) | 100 | 130 |
| Width (mm) | 60.6 | 60 |
Launch
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2012, May. Released 2012, June | 2011, January. Released 2011, January |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | CDMA 800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps | EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | CDMA, EVDO |
Connectivity
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 3 | 2.1 |
| NFC | Optional | — |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | HTC Desire C | HTC EVO Shift 4G |
|---|---|---|
| browser | — | HTML, Adobe Flash |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both HTC Desire C and HTC EVO Shift 4G are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
HTC EVO Shift 4G packs a 1500 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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