HTC One M8 vs iPhone 5s: Which One Should You Buy?
HTC One M8 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 60.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
HTC One M8
iPhone 5s
HTC One M8 wins 1 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6060
- CameraTie6060
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityHTC One M85232
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie6868
- HTC One M8 has the bigger battery2,600 mAh vs 1,560 mAh
- iPhone 5s has a sharper main camera8 MP vs 4 MP
- HTC One M8 has the bigger screen5" vs 4"
- iPhone 5s is lighter112 g vs 160 g
- HTC One M8 has a sharper selfie camera5 MP vs 1.2 MP
- HTC One M8 has more RAM2 GB vs 1 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄HTC One M8 wins — BeastScore 60.8/100
The HTC One M8 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (2,600 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and bigger screen (5" vs 4"). The iPhone 5s is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (8 MP vs 4 MP).
Larger battery: 2,600 mAh vs 1,560 mAh · Larger display: 5" vs 4"
Lighter: 112 g vs 160 g (48 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: HTC One M8 or iPhone 5s?
The HTC One M8 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (2,600 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and bigger screen (5" vs 4"). The iPhone 5s is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (8 MP vs 4 MP). BeastScore: HTC One M8 60.8/100, iPhone 5s 60.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between HTC One M8 and iPhone 5s?
HTC One M8 has a 5-inch display and 2600 mAh battery. iPhone 5s has a 4-inch display and 1560 mAh battery.
How do HTC One M8 and iPhone 5s compare for speed?
HTC One M8 scores 60/100 for performance; iPhone 5s scores 60/100.
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