HTC EVO 4G vs. DROID Incredible
Key Differences
- 4G: The HTC Evo 4G is the first phone on a U.S. network to boast 4G connectivity, making it capable of connecting to Sprint’s WiMax network (where available) and enabling the device to reach peak download speeds of over 10 Mbps and peak upload speeds of 1 Mbps. In areas without 4G connectivity, the EVO will still operate on Sprint’s 3G network. Of course, the DROID Incredible by HTC connects to Verizon’s speedy 3G network.
- Display: Like the HTC HD2 (T-Mobile), the HTC EVO 4G is equipped with a huge and gorgeous 4.3-inch touch sensitive 480×800 pixel display. The screen real estate makes the EVO 4G an ideal entertainment device — perfect for watching movies, browsing the web and even reading eBooks. The DROID Incredible also has an impressive and sizable 3.7-inch touch-sensitive display with the same resolution as the EVO 4G, of course meaning that the Incredible has more pixels per square inch than the EVO 4G.
Side-By-Side Comparison
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HTC EVO 4G |
DROID Incredible by HTC |
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Wirefly’s Price
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$119.99 |
FREE |
| Interface |
HTC Sense |
HTC Sense |
| Operating System |
Android |
Android |
| Screen Size |
4.3″, 480 x 800 Pixels |
3.7″, 480 x 800 Pixels |
| Video Overview |
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Watch |
| Wireless Capabilities |
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| 3G Capable |
3G/4G |
Yes |
| Global Roaming |
No |
No |
| WiFi |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mobile Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mobility |
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| GPS |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| Voice-dialing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Messaging Capabilities |
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| IM |
Yes |
Yes |
| Text |
Yes |
Yes |
| Video |
Yes |
Yes |
| Productivity |
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| Mobile Email |
Yes |
Yes |
| Outlook Support |
Yes |
Yes |
| View MS Office Attachments |
Yes |
Yes |
| Web Browser |
Yes |
Yes |
| Entertainment |
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| Camera Megapixels |
8.0 |
8.0 |
| Front-facing Camera |
Yes; 1.3-megapixels |
No |
| Apps |
Android Market |
Android Market |
| Video |
Yes |
Yes |
| Music Options |
Yes |
Yes |
| Features |
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| Memory Capacity |
1GB on-board; 8GB microSD card pre-installed (support for up to 32GB microSD) |
8GB on-board (expandable with microSD) |
| Keyboard |
Virtual QWERTY |
Virtual QWERTY |
| Removable Battery |
Yes |
Yes |
| Weight |
6 oz |
4.59 oz |
| Dimensions |
2.6″ x 4.8″ x 0.5″ |
2.3″ x 4.63″ x 0.47″ |
| Processor Speed |
1GHz Snapdragon |
1GHz Snapdragon |
| RAM |
512 MB |
512 MB |
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- HDMI out: The DROID Incredible inspired some excitement when it was revealed that the device supports a cable (accessory sold separately) that allows it to output composite video. The accessory allows anything on the smartphone’s display to be displayed on a TV or projector, including video. The EVO 4G offers the same capability, but in HD-quality (with an HDMI cable, also sold separately).
- Mobile hotspot: The HTC EVO 4G can function as a 3G/4G mobile hotspot, providing the ability for up to 8 WiFi enabled devices to use the smartphone’s internet connection simultaneously. The DROID Incredible does not have native mobile hotspot capabilities.
- Design: Naturally, because of its significantly larger display, the HTC EVO 4G is a larger and slightly heavier device than the DROID Incredible. The HTC EVO 4G features a “kickstand” that allows it to easily stand on a tabletop, proving a handy method of hands-free viewing.
- HD-quality video: Both phones are capable of recording HD-quality (720P) video.
- Front-facing camera: Both devices are equipped with a powerful 8-megapixel rear-facing camera with bright dual LED flash. The EVO 4G, however, also boasts a 1.3-megapixel front facing camera that is expected to make the device capable of mobile video chat.
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November 1, 2011
I am from INDIA. can i get HTC EVO 4G …… how much it totolly cost
November 1, 2011
Saiteja, Wirefly sells phones only in the US, and they are locked to US-based carriers. We do not ship outside the US, even for an extra cost.
Bob at Wirefly
January 29, 2011
I got an Incredible about two months ago. Some things wirefly might want to correct is that the phone DOES come with both mobile 3G hotspot and can record in 720p. With the exception of 4G capabilities it’s almost the same phone.
January 31, 2011
Thanks for catching those things… I will make corrections.
Bob at Wirefly
March 27, 2011
i want to know if the htc evo with the front facing camera can it be used over seas in england or anywhere else like canada or new zealand
i live in florida but travel i want a new phone and i use skype a lot so front cam would be nice
help me out please
ian
March 28, 2011
Ian, the HTC EVO 4G can be used internationally, but locations may be limited. You should contact Sprint about using the EVO internationally and confirm that it will work in the areas you want to use it. You may be better off by paying an international fee in advance to Sprint, instead of just using your phone overseas without advance notice. I’ve heard that international roaming charges can be enormous, so it is best to prepare for that in advance.
Good luck and enjoy your trip!
Bob at Wirefly
December 19, 2010
I have had the evo since june and I thought I had it all figured out but there are so many features to this techno piece of achevement that even after six moths of use it still suprises me with something new every now and then. If you are planning to get the evo, just do it. This is the best and coolest phone I ever had.
October 6, 2010
Very well said…. I totally agree
July 25, 2010
OMG!!!!!!!!!!! evo is awesome im gettin one and mobile hotspot is tight!!!!!!
June 19, 2010
I think the Htc Incredible and Htc Evo are both awesome phones, I’ve been with both version and sprint, version gave me problems but, with sprint I had nothing to worry about and there cheaper. I actually brought the Evo the first day it came And I have just been having so much fun with it, has a front facing camera which is awesome meaning I can video chat, The 4g is awesome now I can download all my videos and music faster. Plus with that Hotspot OMG that makes it way better than the Incredible. There both awesome phones but you can pretty much say the Evo wins Hands down.
May 15, 2010
I have an incredible and i LOVE it. Its so fast. The Evo looks great too, but i trust verizon more than sprint. But anyway, both phones look awesome
May 7, 2010
DI has 1GB of rom too.. 748mb free to user..
May 5, 2010
Uh, what happened to the global roaming that was listed when this first was posted … that’s a drag that you’ve pulled that spec. If the Evo doesn’t have that, then I’m less interested in it. Might have to reconsider the Touch Pro2, discovered that I could get that one to dual boot with Android (in a pinch), and it’s got global capabilities.
May 5, 2010
Only thing I see missing is the fact that the DI has 512MB of ROM vs 1GB for the evo. Very good article otherwise.
May 4, 2010
You might want to note all specs are not final on Evo, just a thought
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Nice chart otherwise!
May 4, 2010
Thank you so much for laying it out like this, I was wondering if either of them were “global” phones and was having trouble finding that out online … now you’ve answered that quite clearly.
February 7, 2011
my bro got the my touch 4g but ima get the htc evo way better it eaven has an hdmi utput.