HTC Desire 21 Pro 5GvsZTE Blade A34

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

HTC
HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G
Desire 21 Pro 5G
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 (SM6350)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G's poor battery life is its most significant and disappointing drawback overall.
The display of the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G falls short, lacking notable features and refresh rate variety.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G's camera is its most significant drawback, failing to justify premium pricing.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G's performance falls short of expectations, struggling with multitasking and demanding tasks.
ZTE
ZTE Blade A34
Blade A34
Processor:Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Blade A34's impressive 5,000mAh battery delivers long-lasting power with moderate use expected daily.
The main concern with the ZTE Blade A34's display is its brightness level and average pixel density.
The ZTE Blade A34's camera produces good images in various lighting conditions despite some limitations in low-light scenarios.
The ZTE Blade A34's performance is underwhelming and not ideal, prioritizing affordability over functionality.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G
2 GHz
ZTE Blade A34
1.60 GHz

RAM

Winner
HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G
8GB
ZTE Blade A34
4GB

Storage

Winner
HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G
128GB
ZTE Blade A34
64GB

Weight

Winner
HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G
205g
ZTE Blade A34
185g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
HTC HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G
ZTE ZTE Blade A34
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 (SM6350)
Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
CPU
2x Kryo 560 2 GHz + 6x Kryo 560 2 GHz
4x Cortex, A55 1.6 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 1.2 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
8
28
Frequency
2
1.60
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 619L
PowerVR GE8322
RAM
8
4
Capacity
128
64
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
275000
154110
Antutu Version
Antutu v8
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 61% of devices
Overall performance better than 52% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G

Strengths

The device has a good camera with a 48 megapixel wide sensor that takes okay images, especially at high zoom.
The phone's display is the same as other devices, but it does have a slightly better refresh rate.
The battery life is decent with a 5000 milliampere capacity and 18 watt charging, although not the best in its class.
The device has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor which is convenient.

Weaknesses

The phone's price of around 350 euros is overpriced and not worth the money compared to other devices on the market.
The camera has issues with the macro mode and depth sensor, making them unusable.
The device lags behind in terms of technology and innovation, making it seem outdated compared to newer models from companies like Xiaomi.
The phone's storage is expandable via SD card but the rest of its specs are not as impressive as other devices in its class.

ZTE Blade A34

Strengths

The battery actually should last you a pretty decent time most likely longer than most other Android devices...
This is right now as the best as you can experience this device... with freshly set up, so it's running best right now...
The processor it's most likely going to last a decent amount of time... an octacore processor this is the a55...
If put some stuff on it applications it will slow down it will run crappier... but this is right now as the best as you can experience this device...
This should be a pretty decent battery life anyway for devices that come out nowadays...

Weaknesses

It's painfully slow so when you open up applications it just takes them a decent while to load up...
The device is freshly set up, so it's running best right now... but if put some stuff on it applications it will slow down it will run crappier...
This won't be a pleasant thing to use so anyway with that being said hopefully you found this video helpful...
You can see it's painfully see it's painfully slow so when you open up applications it just takes them a decent while to load up...
The device itself is crap but boy if I would ever get lost in a Wilderness this device would literally last me up to a month the battery there was absolutely insane for a device with a touchcreen...
Read Full Reviews

HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G

The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G - a device that promises much but delivers little. Priced at around 350 euros, this smartphone is expected to offer cutting-edge features and performance. However, our experience suggests otherwise. With an overpriced tag, mediocre cameras, and a processor that's not quite up-to-par, this phone falls short of expectations. In comparison to other devices on the market, it seems woefully underwhelming. Is it worth considering for those looking for a reliable Android device? Our review will shed some light on its true capabilities.

ZTE Blade A34

The ZTE Blade A34 is an affordable smartphone that promises a decent Android experience without breaking the bank. With its 5,000mAh battery, octa-core processor, and 6-inch display, it's designed to provide a reliable daily driver for those on a tight budget. However, with such a low price point, compromises have been made - and we're not just talking about performance. In this review, we'll explore whether the Blade A34 is worth considering as your next phone, or if its limitations make it better suited for specific use cases.

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