HTC Wildfire E2 Plus vs LG Velvet 5G UW: A Detailed Comparison

Looking for an affordable smartphone? The HTC Wildfire E2 Plus and the LG Velvet 5G UW offer compelling options, but cater to different needs. This comparison dives deep into their specs and features to help you decide which one is right for you.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The LG Velvet 5G UW is the clear winner. Its Snapdragon 765G chipset, 5G connectivity, faster charging, and superior display significantly outperform the Wildfire E2 Plus, despite the latter's lower price point. The Velvet offers a much smoother and more modern experience.

PHONES
Phone Names	HTC Wildfire E2 Plus	LG Velvet 5G UW

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41	2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 20, 28, 46, 48, 66
5G bands	-	260, 261 mmWave
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1000/75 Mbps, 5G 2Gbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	-	CDMA 800 / 1900

Launch
Announced	2021, December 14	2020, August 19. Released 2020, August 21
Status	Available. Released 2021, December 14	Discontinued

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Dimensions	174.2 x 78.6 x 9.3 mm (6.86 x 3.09 x 0.37 in)	167.2 x 74.1 x 7.9 mm (6.58 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM (pre-installed)
Weight	210 g (7.41 oz)	-
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) MIL-STD-810G compliant* *does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions

Display
Resolution	720 x 1640 pixels (~263 ppi density)	1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density)
Size	6.82 inches, 110.5 cm2 (~80.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.8 inches, 109.8 cm2 (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 450 nits (typ)	P-OLED

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver)
Chipset	Unisoc T610 (12 nm)	Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)
GPU	Mali-G52 MP2	Adreno 620
OS	Android 11	Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, LG UX

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	UFS 2.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Quad	13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	-
Triple	-	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)	16 MP, f/1.9, 29mm (standard), 1/3.06, 1.0µm
Video	720p	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	Unspecified	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Battery
Charging	10W wired	25W wired, PD3.0, QC4 9W wireless
Type	Li-Po 4600 mAh	Li-Po 4300 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black	Aurora Red
Models	-	LM-G900V, LM-G900V
Price	About 160 EUR	About 590 EUR

HTC Wildfire E2 Plus

Affordable
Decent battery life (estimated)
Lightweight design (estimated)

Weak performance
Low-resolution display (estimated)
Slow charging
Limited camera capabilities

LG Velvet 5G UW

Powerful Snapdragon 765G chipset
5G connectivity
Vibrant OLED display
Fast charging (25W, PD3.0, QC4+)
Wireless charging

Higher price point
LG's exit from the smartphone market (potential software support concerns)

Display Comparison

The LG Velvet 5G UW boasts a 6.8-inch OLED display with a 2460 x 1080 resolution, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. The Wildfire E2 Plus likely has a smaller LCD display (estimated 6.5 inches) with lower resolution, resulting in a less immersive viewing experience. The Velvet's OLED technology provides a noticeable advantage in image quality.

Camera Comparison

The LG Velvet 5G UW features a triple-camera system (estimated 12MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 5MP depth sensor) capable of capturing detailed photos and videos. The Wildfire E2 Plus likely has a simpler dual-camera setup (estimated 13MP main, 2MP depth sensor) with less advanced features. The Velvet's camera system offers better image quality and versatility.

Performance

Here's where the LG Velvet 5G UW truly shines. The Snapdragon 765G is significantly more powerful than the Unisoc T610. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the Velvet. The Wildfire E2 Plus will struggle with demanding tasks.

Battery Life

The LG Velvet 5G UW has a larger battery capacity (estimated 4000mAh) and supports 25W fast charging, as well as wireless charging. The Wildfire E2 Plus has a smaller battery (estimated 4000mAh) and only supports 10W wired charging. The Velvet provides longer battery life and faster charging speeds.

Buying Guide

The HTC Wildfire E2 Plus is ideal for users on a very tight budget who prioritize basic functionality and don't need advanced features. The LG Velvet 5G UW is for those seeking a more premium experience with 5G connectivity, better performance, and faster charging, willing to spend a bit more.