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Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii) vs HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)

Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia SL vs HTC Desire 816 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare HTC Desire 816 X Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii) 08Points
4.3"
LED

720x1280

12
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1750
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
15Points HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE) Compare Sony Xperia SL X
5.5"
SLCD2

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)

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!

Xperia SL (LT26ii)} 8 Advantages Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii) vs Desire 816 (4G LTE)} 15 Advantages HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
+32GB (28GB available)6 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs8GB (4GB available)
+144 grams (5.04 ounces)15%
Lighter
vs165 grams (5.78 ounces)
+TFT LED-Backlit LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT Super LCD 2
+342 PPI28%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs267 PPI
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
vsNot supported
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
1.7GHz 32bit Dual-corevs+1.6GHz 32bit Quad-core10%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2vs+1.5GB LPDDR250%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
Not supportedvs+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
10.6 millimeters (0.42 inches)vs+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)33%
Thinner
4.3"vs+5.5"28%
Larger screen
(back) 12MPvs+(back) 13MP8%
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.4 (aperture)vs+f/2.2 (aperture)9%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 1.3MPvs+(front) 5MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 4.1.2 Jelly Beanvs+Android 4.4.2 KitKatAdvantage
Android 4.4.2 KitKat is newer and safer
3G+ HSPA+vs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 14.4 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps6 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
1750 mAhvs+2600 mAh49%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
2.1 + A2DPvs+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster

21 Common items in both devices
16 million
720x1280 pixels
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
Full HD (1920x1080)
Capacitive
+14 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

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
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ModelXperia SL (LT26ii)Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Other model namesSony Xperia SL LT26ii, Sony SLHTC Desire 816 4G LTE-A, HTC A5
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandSonyHTC
Release date10/1/20123/1/2014
Depth10.6 millimeters (0.42 inches)8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)64 x 128 millimeters (2.52 x 5.04 in)78.7 x 156.6 millimeters (3.1 x 6.17 in)
Weight144 grams (5.04 ounces)165 grams (5.78 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Display typeTFT LED-Backlit LCDTFT Super LCD 2
Screen size4.3" inches5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~62.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~67.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1280 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)342 PPI267 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glassNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
System versionAndroid 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICSAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware updateAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly Beanfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 MSM8260 (45nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.7GHz Scorpion (Dual-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 220Qualcomm Adreno 305
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
RAM memory1GB LPDDR21.5GB LPDDR2
Internal storage32GB (28GB available)8GB (4GB available)
External storageNot supportedUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload14.4/5.76 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 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 networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE EMEA: 800/900/1800/2600 - Asia: 900/1800/2100/2600
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+GPRS, 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

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Back camera (main camera)12 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution4000x3000 pixels4160x3120 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 29 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Front camera (secondary)1.3 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution1280x1024 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)Full HD (1920x1080)
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

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or moreNot supported
RadioFM (RDS)FM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.263, H.264, WMVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, eAAC+, WMA, WAVMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
USBMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro HDMI Type DNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedfeature not registered

🧭 Sensors

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1750 mAh2600 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy8.5 hours21 hours
Standby420 hours (17.5 days)730 hours (30.4 days)

➕ Other features

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
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, HTML5, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Silver, Pink
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine
• Video stabiliser
• PlayNow
• xLOUD
• 3D surround sound
• 3D sweep panorama
• SE Timescape
• Use your phone as a remote control for Sony TV
• Colors: Black, White, Red, Gray, Green
• USB OTG On-The-Go 1.3
• HTC Sense UI 6
• HTC BoomSound
• HTC BlinkFeed
• Picture-taking during video recording
• WiFi hotspot
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Sony Xperia SL (LT26ii)HTC Desire 816 (4G LTE)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.31W/kg (head), 0.6W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)1.3W/kg (head)feature not registered
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