HTC One Mini vs. HTC One Mini 2: what are the differences?

The two smartphones HTC One Mini and HTC One Mini 2 are small siblings of the large HTC One series. We explain the differences between the models here.

HTC One Mini vs Mini 2: design and workmanship

Visually, haptically and in terms of dimensions, a lot has changed from the first to the second model.

• The HTC One Mini comes with a frame made of glossy, ceramic-colored polycarbonate, while the HTC One Mini 2 has a noble aluminum housing.
• The HTC One Mini 2 is about half a centimeter longer than its predecessor. It is also 15 grams heavier and a tad thicker.

HTC One Mini vs. HTC One Mini 2: performance

HTC has only slightly changed the performance of the two smartphones.

• The HTC One Mini has a dual-core processor that clocks at 1.4 GHz. The HTC One Mini 2 is equipped with a quad-core processor, which, however, only has 1.2 GHz.
• The performance of the two processors hardly differs, but the HTC One Mini 2 feels faster because it has the Android version 4.4, Sense 6 at the factory. However, you can also play these on the predecessor afterwards.
• You can find all the details in our detailed review of HTC One Mini and HTC One Mini 2.

HTC One Mini and Mini 2: the camera

HTC has made a big step with the camera and the front camera.

• The HTC One Mini has a 4 megapixel rear camera and a front camera with 1.6 megapixels. The successor comes up with 13 megapixels for the rear camera and 5 megapixels for the front camera.

HTC One Mini models: display, battery and storage

There are other small differences in the display, battery and memory. Here, too, HTC has made only minor improvements.

• Memory: Both models have 16 GB of internal memory, but the newer model is equipped with a micro SD slot. Since the operating system and apps are already occupied by around ten GB, an additional storage option makes a big difference.
• Battery: The battery of the HTC One Mini 2 is slightly stronger than that of its predecessor: 2100 mAh is opposed to 1800 mAh.
• Display: The HTC One Mini is equipped with a 4.3 inch LCD screen. The screen of the successor measures 4.5 inches. Both models have a resolution of 1, 280 x 720 pixels.

HTC One Mini vs. HTC One Mini 2: conclusion

There are only big differences between the two models in the casing, the camera and the expandable memory of the HTC One Mini 2. The performance of the two devices hardly differs. The HTC One Mini costs about 280 euros, the successor is about 100 euros more expensive. So if you do not attach great importance to the camera and the memory, you can choose the cheaper, older model.

Next, read how to take a screenshot on HTC One Mini models. You can also compete against each other using our cell phone comparison.