Both smartphones are powered by the Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) platform skinned with HTC’s Sense 4.0 UI. They also share a 5-megapixel camera as well. And aside from 512MB RAM, both devices come equipped with connectivity options like HSPA, WiFi, and WiFi hotspot. Other features they share include A-GPS and Bluetooth. They also share the same internal memory at 4GB and a microSD slot that supports up to 32GB.
However, they are quite a number of differences between both devices - the Desire C has a 600MHz processor while the One V has a 1GHz single-core processor. The Desire C has slightly smaller 3.5-inch screen but the One V has a 3.7-inch screen with the higher resolution (480 x 800 pixels vs 320 x 480 pixels).
Physically, the One V is the taller and leaner compared against the Desire C. However, it is thicker compared to the Desire C (115 g vs 110 g).
While they share the same 5-megapixels, the One V’s imager has the ability to record 720p videos and capture still shots at the same time. It also has the WiFi direct connectivity and Beats Audio for improved audio quality.
Both are with recommended retail price at S$ 398 without contract commitment.
So which device should you pick? Both are budget devices packing some decent hardware, but the One V with its bigger screen and extra connectivity options edges out its budget counterpart in this comparison. However, if you insist on a cheaper device, the Desire C is the entry-level smartphone for you.
HTC Desire C
HSPA + WiFi 802.11 b/g/n + 3.5-inch touchscreen candybar + 5-megapixel camera + 4GB Internal Storage + microSD slot (up to 32GB), Android OS 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), WiFi hotspot
In addition to the three HTC One smartphones that were introduced in February, HTC has added a new entry-level device to its itinerary, the Desire C. The phone has a 3.5-inch display, which is slightly bigger than the Wildfire S, and carries a resolution of 320 x 480 resolution pixels. It is also equipped with a 600MHz processor, a 5-megapixel camera and a 4GB internal storage. In terms of connectivity, it supports HSPA, WiFi and WiFi hotspot. It was introduced to the Malaysian market recently at RM738 and U Mobile is currently offering contract bundles with the phone.
HTC One V
HSPA + WiFi 802.11 b/g/n + 3.7-inch touchscreen candybar + 5-megapixel camera + 4GB Internal Storage + microSD slot (up to 32GB), Android OS 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), WiFi hotspot + WiFi Direct
The HTC One V is an entry-level Android smartphone that comes with a 3.7-inch display with 400 x 800 resolution pixels. It is uniquely constructed with a metal unibody exterior and a slightly curved chin at the bottom of the phone.
Powering the One V is a single core 1GHz processor with 512MB of RAM. It is running on Android 4.0 with HTC Sense 4.0A. Plus, it has a 5-megapixel camera with LED flash and is capable of recording up to 720p HD video. There is a Beats Audio sound enhancement on board.
The One V offers 4GB of internal storage together with a microSD card that accepts cards up to 32GB. Like the One X, the One V is also bundled with Dropbox cloud storage of 25GB or two years. It is currently retailed at RM999.
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