HTC One X+ vs Nokia Lumia 920: A Flagship Showdown

The HTC One X+ and Nokia Lumia 920 were top contenders in their respective ecosystems. The One X+ boasted a powerful NVIDIA Tegra processor and a stunning display, while the Lumia 920 championed wireless charging and a unique Windows Phone experience. Let's dive into a detailed comparison to see which phone truly shines.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The HTC One X+ offers superior performance and a better display, while the Lumia 920 provides wireless charging and a unique Windows Phone experience. For Android enthusiasts prioritizing speed, the One X+ wins. For those seeking a different OS and convenient charging, the Lumia 920 is a strong contender. Both offer similar battery life.

PHONES
Phone Names	HTC One X+	Nokia Lumia 920

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - RM-821, RM-820
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - RM-821, RM-820
4G bands	4, 17 - AT&T	1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - RM-821
EDGE	-	No
GPRS	-	No
Speed	HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps - Global versionHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps - AT&T version	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - for AT&T	4, 17 - RM-820 (AT&T)

Launch
Announced	2012, October. Released 2012, November	2012, September. Released 2012, November
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Dimensions	134.4 x 69.9 x 8.9 mm (5.29 x 2.75 x 0.35 in)	130.3 x 70.8 x 10.7 mm, 99 cc (5.13 x 2.79 x 0.42 in)
SIM	Micro-SIM	Micro-SIM
Weight	135 g (4.76 oz)	185 g (6.53 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass	Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Resolution	720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)	768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~332 ppi density)
Size	4.7 inches, 60.9 cm2 (~64.8% screen-to-body ratio)	4.5 inches, 57.6 cm2 (~62.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	Super LCD2	IPS LCD
	-	PureMotion HD+ ClearBlack display

Platform
CPU	Quad-core 1.7 GHz	Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
Chipset	NVIDIA Tegra 3 AP37	Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
GPU	ULP GeForce 2	Adreno 225
OS	Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4	Microsoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to 8.1

Memory
Call records	-	Yes
Card slot	No	No
Internal	32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM	32GB 1GB RAM
Phonebook	-	Yes

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR	Carl Zeiss optics, dual-LED flash
Single	8 MP, AF	8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.0", AF, OIS
Video	1080p@28ps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	1.6 MP	1.3 MP
Video	720p@30fps	720p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	4.0, A2DP, aptX	4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Radio	Stereo FM radio, RDS	FM radio
USB	microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)	microUSB 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot

Features
Browser	-	No
Games	-	No
Java	-	No
Messaging	-	SMS
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	Dropbox (25 GB cloud storage) DivX/XviD/MP4/H.264/WMV player MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player Document viewer Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input	-

Battery
Charging	-	Wireless (Qi)
Music play	-	Up to 67 h
Stand-by	Up to 360 h	Up to 400 h (2G) / Up to 400 h (3G)
Talk time	Up to 12 h 45 min	Up to 17 h (2G) / Up to 10 h (3G)
Type	Non-removable Li-Ion 2100 mAh battery	Non-removable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery (BP-4GW)

Misc
Colors	Stealth Black, Polar White	Black, Gray, Red, Yellow, White
Price	About 220 EUR	About 210 EUR
SAR	0.86 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body)	1.08 W/kg (head) 0.91 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.70 W/kg (head)

Tests
Audio quality	Noise -82.4dB / Crosstalk -81.5dB	Noise -78.9dB / Crosstalk -75.0dB
Battery life	Endurance rating 44h	Endurance rating 44h
Camera	Photo / Video	Photo / Video
Display	Contrast ratio: 1521 (nominal)	Contrast ratio: 1065:1 (nominal) / 2.107:1 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	Voice 64dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 74dB	Voice 61dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 65dB

OUR TESTS
Audio quality	Noise -82.4dB / Crosstalk -81.5dB	Noise -78.9dB / Crosstalk -75.0dB
Battery (old)	Endurance rating 44h	Endurance rating 44h
Camera	Photo / Video	Photo / Video
Display	Contrast ratio: 1521 (nominal)	Contrast ratio: 1065:1 (nominal) / 2.107:1 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	Voice 64dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 74dB	Voice 61dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 65dB

HTC One X+

Superior Performance
Excellent Display Contrast
Sleek Design
Android Ecosystem

Camera not as good as Lumia 920
No Wireless Charging
Older Android Version

Nokia Lumia 920

Wireless Charging
Excellent Sunlight Readability
Good Camera Performance
Unique Windows Phone Experience

Slower Performance
Less Powerful Processor
Windows Phone Ecosystem (limited app selection)
Design less premium than One X+

Display Comparison

The HTC One X+ takes the display crown with a reported contrast ratio of 1521:1, significantly higher than the Lumia 920's 1065:1. However, the Lumia 920's standout feature is its exceptional sunlight readability, boasting a 2.107:1 contrast ratio, making it much easier to view outdoors. Both phones feature similar screen sizes and resolutions, but the One X+ offers a richer visual experience overall.

Camera Comparison

Both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but the Lumia 920 is generally considered to have a superior camera system. Nokia's PureView technology, combined with its larger sensor, delivered excellent image quality, particularly in low-light conditions. The One X+’s camera was decent, but not as consistently impressive as the Lumia 920’s.

Performance

The HTC One X+’s quad-core 1.7 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 3 AP37 processor gives it a noticeable performance edge over the Lumia 920’s dual-core 1.5 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus. Apps launch faster, multitasking is smoother, and demanding games run more effortlessly on the One X+. While the Lumia 920 is capable, it simply can't match the raw power of the One X+.

Battery Life

Both devices share the same endurance rating of 44 hours, suggesting comparable battery life in typical usage. However, the Lumia 920's wireless charging capability provides added convenience, allowing for easy top-ups without cables.

Buying Guide

The HTC One X+ is ideal for Android users who value performance and a vibrant display. The Nokia Lumia 920 is a good choice for those wanting to experience Windows Phone and appreciate wireless charging, especially if they prefer a more minimalist interface.