HTC HD7 vs. Dell Venue Pro Comparison

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October 22nd, 2010

Key Differences

• Background: Several Windows Phone 7 devices will be released over the next few weeks, representing a range of designs and operating concepts. Two interesting devices are the HTC HD7 and the Dell Venue Pro, which feature quite different operational paradigms while maintaining exceptional usability and performance. The centerpiece of the HTC HD7 experience is its 4.3-inch LCD screen, currently the largest screen available on any cell phone. (This same 4.3-inch screen is used on a couple different HTC models of cell phones, such as the Evo and the HD2.) All typing and interaction with the HD7 is done on the screen, using its virtual QWERTY keyboard and touch sensitivity. The Dell Venue Pro uses a 4.1-inch AMOLED screen — still large for a cell phone — and also an actual QWERTY keyboard that slides vertically from the unit. Representing two different ways to interact with a mobile device, the HTC HD7 and the Dell Venue Pro are worth comparing side by side.
• Operating System: Both the Dell Venue Pro and HTC HD7 run on Windows Phone 7, which was developed by Microsoft. A clean break from the previous Windows mobile operating systems from Microsoft, Windows Phone 7 promises a simple and intuitive way to interact with both work and personal requirements.
• Availability: The HTC HD7 starts shipping on November 8, 2010, and the Dell Venue Pro will ship shortly afterward.

Side-By-Side Comparison

	HTC HD7	Dell Venue Pro
Highlights
Operating System	Windows Phone 7	Windows Phone 7
Display	4.3″ LCD, 480 x 800 Pixels	4.1″ WVGA AMOLED, 480 x 800 Pixels
Wireless Capabilities
3G Capable	Yes (EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA)	Yes (EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA)
Processor	1 GHz Qualcomm MSM8250	1 GHz Qualcomm QSD8250
Memory	16 GB internal	8 GB internal
Camera	5 megapixel stills; 720p HD video	5 megapixel stills; 720p HD video
Mobility
GPS	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Voice-dialing	Yes	Yes
Physical Features
Size	4.8 x 2.68 x 0.44 inches	6.4 inches tall (keyboard extended)
Weight	5.7 ounces	6.7 ounces
Battery	Li-ion 1,230 mAh, replaceable	To be announced
Productivity
Outlook Support	Yes	Yes
View MS Office Attachments	Yes	Yes
Web Browser	Yes	Yes
Apps	Microsoft & developers	Microsoft & developers
Music Player	Yes	Yes
Keyboard	Virtual QWERTY	Slide-out QWERTY
Cost
Wirefly’s Price (as of publish date)	$199.99 (announced price)	$199.99 (announced price)

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