HTC 10 vs. Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge Comparison Smackdown

[@Tromero209]

Whats up with people saying the HTC 10 has no stand out feature? It has a built in 24 bit High Res DAC with its own amp for the headphones too! Its an Audiophiles dream really. Sure its not for everybody but for us who it does matter to, its a huge freaking deal! Also Uh Oh protection for a year so you dont have to even buy a case or anything since HTC will replace it for free one time within a year. I personally only last 3 months at most with a phone but I think im gonna stick with this One for a good while longer. Especially since I wont need an ugly case to hide this beauty!

[@robg915]

Good points bro, I got the A9 because it has a good DAC/amp and I also appreciate good sound. I just had to use my uh oh protection as well and the experience was pretty painless. Im planning on getting the 10 soon looks like a great phone. I really just wish it had stereo front facing speakers.

[@soleil3gs]

+Seriously Google why is this even possible? Bro you should be ashamed of lying like that. The exynos processor destroys the snapdragon 820. Everyone knows that, it's more efficient and more powerful

[@soleil3gs]

+Seriously Google why is this even possible? I think you want to believe what you want to believe. In actual reality the Exynos smokes the Snapdragon SoC. Take a look at the galaxy S7 for example, or the HTC 10 and compare them to the S7 using the exynos SoC. the exynos S7 has significantly better battery life than both the HTC 10 and snapdragon S7, it has better memory management than the snapdragon S7, is faster in day to day usage, loads games faster and is smoother than the snapdragon S7 and the HTC 10. Don't believe me? There's a video by German dudes on KZbin making a comparison between htc 10, G5 and S7 exynos. Go see how much of a difference gap there is between the S7 and the others. You need to be objective instead of just stating your opinion.

[@ahmada.562]

Damn! HTC sure did an AMAZING come back and materialized all their hype. Glad to see they're back. Please could you show a demo of how the HTC works with the Lumia dock? Is it just mirroring it to the bigger screen?

[@MrAndrew1953]

I prefer the HTC build materials and adaptive memory which I think means you can save apps onto the SD card? Also prefer HTC's removal of duplicate apps- Bloatware is a pet hate. Overall I feel HTC is more in line with how I like my phone to be set up out of the box.

[@persieprince9345]

htc audio is big deal for music lovers ,the ois on the front camera is a big deal for vlogers

[@raxxorstealth329]

yup.

[@jborrelli34]

One big thing that wasnt mentioned was HTC had hi res audio, This makes a noticeable difference when you are listening on headphones it's much crisper much clearer.

[@manumishra3570]

Exactly, that's a big deal for audiophiles

[@mobiletechreview]

+Jake Borrelli Yes that's covered in this video near the end for the grand finale-- 14:26 -- definitely an important feature.

[@shashanklaur507]

+Jake Borrelli I know. but you should also have headphones that support hi res audio. not every headphone supports it. and i don't think US or UK variants will be getting HTCs own hi res headphones.

[@dkimmortal]

+Shashank Laur i doubt there is some magical headphone that has some secret software/hardware inside to play better than any other headphone plugged in. Im pretty sure that just means the HTC hi res headphones were of good quality, Im sure if you have a 3rd party hifi headphone you can enjoy the same quality.

[@shashanklaur507]

There ARE many magical headphones with (SECRET) hardware for high res audio. They cost significantly more and you don't know them because they're secret.

[@The_SloaneRanger]

I choose HTC 10 as I like a solid phone. I have seen too many cracked screens on Samsungs and iPhones and to have glass on both sides would make me more nervous of it cracking.

[@rickygonzalez2519]

The HTC M10 pictures looked better than the Galaxy S7 pictures to me. The speakers on the HTC M10 are incredible. HTC hit a home run with this phone.

[@darrinthorpe9292]

100% agreed!

[@hexwrench4433]

Hey Lisa, I'm not sure how much of a stretch this would be but has MobileTechReview considered reviewing headphones?

[@nic_ccc3366]

Very nice job. Good, balanced comparison. I actually preferred the pictures from the htc, but the screen is definitely brighter on the S7.

[@kotan80]

Your freaking reviews are excellent, and that's coming from someone that watches a lot of them by many reviewers. There should not be any thumbs downs.

[@stoicfloor]

Just want to say a big thank you, Lisa, for making great reviews and comparisons which always help me make my decisions:)

[@whipmanjak]

I've enjoyed your videos since 2012 and I still enjoy your work! Keep up the good job, Lisa 👏

[@aluke3]

Lisa you give the best balanced analysis , with insight into the users preferences that you don't get from other reviewers.

[@yourwisecousinjoe8841]

I would pick HTC if I were to buy the phone tomorrow

[@Changizkhan]

I would not get either of them, but both of these phones are just gorgeous 2016 tech marbles. While design is very subjective whether you like glass or metal, but both look great. HTC has come back very strong this time. It has a better software and speakers in my opinion, but Samsung is water-proof and might have a subjectively better display. I call it a draw. HTC has closed down the gap, so people should leave that fanboyism aside and give it a try. Monopoly is a threat to tech!

[@dashalatt7170]

I totally agree with you!

[@Changizkhan]

Naanu Loper this time the camera is almost as good if not better!

[@benjaminsachs8813]

+Naanu Loper I just saw the cam results. In my opinion the HTC took better pics.. lets wait for the update.. I guess it will definitely be the best cam together with the nexus...

[@superurecords1333]

The HTC is the best in my eyes no matter what.

[@anonymousted7302]

It's prettt rare to see a HTC fanboy now.

[@Q974]

+熊振杰 if some one likes something doesn't mean he is a fanboy

[@besweeeet2]

+NA On the Internet, it does. /s

[@superurecords1333]

+besweeeet2 I'm not a fanboy it is just fresh after being with Samsung for 3 years. I'm considering Huawei or HTC as an upgrade from the Note

[@besweeeet2]

+SuperUrecords Either of them would be great choices nowadays.

[@MathersMahmood]

HTC best overall

[@faridamin2410]

I prefer the pics on HTC 10 they look sharper and brighter

[@erickdc33]

i agree. for people who arent good with camera tech, i understand GO WITH edge definitely its the most userfriendly camera, and takes stunning photos effortlessly. but with the 10, theres a lot of customization to the photo you can adjust beforehand that will get you even better shots than the Edge. IE tone down the exposure just a tad, yourself and the photos will be phenomenal. i remember on my EVO, the same problem was present as whats going on with the 10. the pictures were high af in exposure and came out looking like the heavens were shining down on anything i took a picture of. when i toned it down myself though, they were even better than iPhone shots. rant over haha

[@Adamation2011]

Hi Lisa for this review was the HTC10 set to maximum or just auto brightness??

[@brandons9428]

I highly doubt it. The screens brightness generally have to be turned down while they are being recorded or they will be completely blown out.

[@mobiletechreview]

+Adam Bryant Both were set to max manual brightness.

[@DRex45]

+MobileTechReview i highly doubt that, other reviews the screen looked brighter than on here

[@robertclarkguitar]

+D Rex That is due to how much light is in the room while shooting. light fights light in photography. I know. I shot for years. lol. No biggie though. I know you probably knew this just trying to help. I'm sure they were much brighter to her than what the camera picked up. If you notice when lights are dim and you try to shoot a video of light you'll notice it becomes intense if focused on it. or close to it. Peace.

[@robertclarkguitar]

+Robert Clark Although in her video she uses bright light. I see where the HTC looks way dim here. However that's the killer amoled appearing better due to its better display nits for outdoor light

[@shadow3000079]

Hi Lisa this is the first time I saw your channel and am really happy with your review. It was very unbiased and fair for both devices.. you just got a new subscriber 😁

[@ilker00115]

the winner is htc...

[@basicallymid]

I can't WAIT to get my hands on the HTC 10...I have the M8 and my ONLY issue is the camera. The photo comparisons are fine to me-- I prefer the warmer coloring. Gaaahhh!! May, I need you here NOW!

[@crking1980]

been following for years. thanks for the amazing videos!

[@haloshadowsnipe3014]

In future audio comparisons, could you please use the same song? It's hard to tell when you use different songs.

[@madbull4666]

I know that was what I was thinking. Completely different songs and can only just about hear the difference.

[@ExpertWeapons]

Hi Lisa! Just for clarification, the Samsung Galaxy S7 has a single LED flash, the brown part you saw is hear-rate monitor. Also, in my opinion, HTC 10 is better overall.

[@kwackkwack78]

Lisa, you have inspired me to pursue a degree in computer science and focus on Web and Android development. Thank you! You're a mentor in a sense.

[@aaronp5706]

Good on you. ☺️

[@PatrickDKing]

I'd be curious, where do you think the LG G4's camera would fit in against the LG G5/HTC10/Galaxy S7? I'm interested because people still rave about the LG G4 camera and it's $299 new unlocked right now.

[@gredystar8333]

the thing is that the camera of the G4 has a lot of problems. the camera's glass is easier to crack than the phone's screen. then there is the same issue the nexus 7 (its a tablet) was known for, after a while the camera might get this purple or green circle right in the middle specially when taking pictures of light objects. And then there is another issue where the autofocus may stop working... it is rare but happens. lastly, it doesn't have nearly as many modes as a Samsung or HTC phone does. in summary, it isn't bad but it is known for having lots of issues

[@FixItRyan]

Great video! Is the sound quality and volume better on the S7 than it was on the S5?

[@Jaerb4]

Hi Lisa, Thanks for the video. Are both phones set to auto-brightness or maximum brightness? I know the Samsung gets brighter with auto, but the HTC 10 seems particularly dim in the video. If you turn it to max brightness, can it match the S7 in this video?

[@SuperSweetToffee]

These two are the best 2016 flagships. It's hard to choose.

[@KentSpain85]

Hi Lisa! Quick question: The colors on the LG G5, G4 and now the HTC 10 all look warmer - is there any way to get this on the S7 or S7E? I was a little disgusted with the G5 build quality, and I wanted a new device from my G4 - but color representation is always a little too light on the Samsung devices. What should I be looking for? White balance? Color temp? It's to make a preset on the Galaxy. the HTC 10 pictures looked so saturated! I miss those shots :(

[@TickleFingers]

Double tap to wake, all metal body, AMAZING audio, NOT an amoled screen, no push button for home, almost bare bones UI, good camera, love the way the front looks as well as the back and a front facing speaker type setup (not full boom sound, but oh well)....... I am 95% sold HTC. Now I just need it in my hand to lock down the final 5%. Counting days until the 29th. Verizon should have in store demos from what I have read.

[@uofaboy]

I've had the S7 Edge since launch and have been very impressed with the beautiful display, battery endurance and build quality.

[@AirscapeInvest]

Hi Lisa. Love the detail and measured tone of your reviews. One question. Are there issues with potential screen burn in on the Galaxy display?

[@mobiletechreview]

+AirscapeInvest That can happen with OLED displays, though the tech has improved a bit in that regard. What really helps is that most folks don't display the same thing for many, many minutes to hours on their phone screen in one sitting.

[@Divadoll9000]

+AirscapeInvest That problem really is a problem of the past now mate. OLED screens have come really far.

[@darrinthorpe9292]

+MobileTechReview Lisa, great review. The htc 10 is just a beautiful phone. exemplary audio quality, smooth as butter UI, and, oh that build quality. amazing how htc can give us 24 bit dac, with built in amplifier for that price, but the lg g5 charged you 300 bucks for the B and O "friend". That's a win in my book for HTC!

[@mrsmith7751]

if u check out the galaxy s2 tab display models at Bestbuy for example you notice major burn in on all the screens since they pretty much sit there all day with same screen content.

[@jmwlife2k]

+Mr Smith Yeah best buy never turns them off. with real use that doesn't happen. Seeing that almost scared me out of the tab s2 but I'm glad it didnt. The real product looks much better and hasn't even hinted at burn in after a long time.

[@zackirstein9233]

The Galaxy S7/Edge don't have dual tone flashes, the other square thing is the heart rate monitor. 9:39

[@joshbosh8495]

Is it possible for you to do a smackdown between the Panasonic LX100 vs the Sony RX100IV? I know it's a little late but I wanna know. Thank you!

[@GuilhermeKonrath]

Hi Lisa ! I like your videos a lot ! I'ts a shame that those phones are so expensive here in brazil ! I wanted to know, that is your regular phone ? Thanks ^_^

[@ASmith-vl2km]

Kindly do a smack down between the HTC 10, the Sony Xperia Z5, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge and LG G5

[@Jack655321]

I've not been a fan of Samsung ever since my Galaxy S2 died (great phone for the time), but after a year of using an HTC One M7 (bad battery life, camera crapped out) and 2,5 years of using an iPhone 5s (battery life diminished, got a tiny bit laggy, still love the thing though) I was ready to give ol' Sammy another shot. It was Gear VR that pulled me back in and I'm glad it did. They finally nailed build quality since the S6, the S-Amoled screen is just gorgeous and without rival, touchwiz has been cleaned up significantly (still using nova launcher though), the batterylife is great which to me is one of the most important things in a smartphone, the camera is lightning fast, expandable storage is back, waterproofing is back, good fingerprint sensor which I can't live without anymore since the iPhone, etc So yeah, +1 for the S7 here.

[@Tromero209]

I love your reviews!! keep it up!

[@DarkLordLinkOfficial]

Really torn on this, I want to go with the HTC 10 because of the DAC (I listen to music constantly), USB 3.0, and quick charge , but I love the way the S7 edge looks (along with features like a bigger AMOLED display, the edge itself, and the IP68 resistance)

[@DarkLordLinkOfficial]

***** Going to get the HTC 10 next month

[@badsmel1741]

imo never go for style over substance (but we all get that concept or we'd have an iPhone)

[@kilimnik1983]

Just a suggestion. When reviewing phone speakers, its very reasonable to play the same song on both devices.

[@Jhihmoac]

Good comparison here... I went with the HTC 10 over the S7 mainly for the sound quality, adoptable storage option, and durability (both inside and outside) over time... I know three HTC power users still going strong with their old handsets (two M7s and one HK Edition M8) which is what inspired me to look into HTC's direction (that and BoomSound) when I shopped around for a more powerful replacement for my old Moto G2 (I did NOT like the Moto Z) ... Besides, my sister already has an S7...(LOL)

[@kevint1719]

Enjoyed this like all of your videos. I would point out that the Edge functionality on the S7 Edge can be very easily switched off. I had the same problem as you with accidentally flicking it all the time but I just de-activated it and now I'm just loving my curved screen

[@codecthelios]

LISA LISA ! On my Shield K1 when I format the memory card as internal memory, the Google music app doesn't seem to save music on the memory card. It appears to only store music on the actual internal storage. Have you experienced this on these phones ?

[@saltek1a]

Lisa, you are simply the best at what you do, bar none.

[@faridamin2410]

I'm already in love with the HTC 10 it's absolutely gorgeous and yet durable. I prefer the HTC 10 over s7 the only thing that s7 has better is the IP68 waterproof but HTC 10 still has IP53 which is water splash proof. GREAT REVIEW 😘

[@demonwares]

Great comparison, but could you maybe do the Multi Tasking test? That test when you open 5 to 10 apps on each phone at the same time, then reopen them? I've seen videos like this where Samsung re-opening of apps is horrible.

[@henrkpc]

hi how is the htc 10 in this gray colour with fingerprints.... i mean is it a fingerprint magnet on the back side ??

[@MrDalesen]

people think that the HTC's hi res audio makes it sound MUCH better than the s7, that's wrong. First of all, I'm considering the htc 10 myself and i am not particularly pleased with samsung, so no bias towards the s7. But the hi rez audio doesn't make all music sound good on the phone. It supports higher quality formats, which you need to download, it wont sound any different on spotify. Whats good about it is that it has an better amp, so if you have demanding headphones that require alot of power for them to run at a reasonable volume, the HTC will handle the headphones better due to its better amp.

[@henrykrinkle3]

very fair, well rounded review of both phones. Thanks.

[@mnodaddy]

Thank you and can you confirm that htc 10 has a good wifi reception or not?

[@spyne_x]

+Mohd Mans (mnodaddy) the reception on both devices is top notch actually...its kinda the same story at this price point

[@ActionJacksonZa]

Wait, does the Lumia Display Port work with these Android phones? I thought it only supported Windows phones.

[@danilog79]

Hi Lisa, Which one has better reception?

[@EmmaDimike]

Definitely the S7. I've seen a number of reviewers that have had issues with the wifi of the 10, which is a bit strange for a 2016 flagship.

[@unclefester9265]

+Emma Dimike Software update is released, and it fixed that problem.

[@osmosis2313]

Why didn't you show what display brightness was set to for each phone?

[@ccotunai]

Thanks for the smackdown! I'm really torn between these two. I just wish the HTC 10 had the headphone jack at the bottom ..... That and an AMOLED would make it a no-brainer for me

[@molosomari]

i would have love to hear the same music for the speakers comparison...

[@TTO2023]

i heard there is a new update for accidentally touching the screen did you download that if so is it still a problem?

[@willnapolitano148]

I would choose the Galaxy S7. Dust resistance actually matters for me since I live in the Phoenix valley and we can get a lot dust storms throughout the year.

[@rushfz]

WELCOME BACK HTC!!!! Time to upgrade my HTC m7

[@aaronp5706]

I think it's fairly safe to say that you really can't go wrong with either of these phones.

[@kylebelle246]

hey there should be an update to fix the edge screen issue mentioned @ 3:20

[@shanehorne22]

htc one m8 had good battery

[@richbrownmedia]

several points: first, the double tap to wake is not really an advantage on the HTC, since Samsung has a feature where you wave your hand over the sensor to wake. second, the tech media is almost universally in agreement that the best looking phone of the year and maybe all time is the S7 Edge. 3rd I could never give up wireless charging and an AMOLED screen now that I have experienced them. and 4th, I'm addicted to Samsung's virtual reality headset so I'm happy about the USB port. honestly I don't understand people who get so passionate about having USB C and thus limiting what you can plug into it.

[@JimmieChannelNo1]

samsung fanboy spotted

[@richbrownmedia]

+GringO Gaming yes that's right, anybody who likes a phone other than the one you like must be a fanboy. Never mind that yours does not have some essential qualities that I am looking for. I simply must like your phone or I'm a Fanboy. Absolutely.

[@JimmieChannelNo1]

1. I have never seen in my life someone who wakes his phone by waving his hand over ( double tap is also on lg and there a lot of people using it. 2. Looking. Nobody said that s7 has the better design ( especially compared with the htc 10). 3. You can convert the usb c into normal usb , and in the future everyphone will have it. ( pretty sure ) 4. Amoled screens get burnt after 2 years of heavy usage. ( now is about the respectice person, if he likes oversaturated color like amoled, or a more normal look like lcd) Not even talking about the sound witch doesn't exist for samsung.

[@richbrownmedia]

+GringO Gaming Regarding your comment that "nobody said that S7 has the better design"..... From the Wall Street Journal, "At this price level, HTC’s competition offers a lot that the HTC 10 can’t match, like the Samsung Galaxy S7’s waterproof body and distinctive design, and the 3D Touch display and end-to-end media and messaging services found on the Apple iPhone 6s. The Galaxy S7 starts at $680 unlocked, and the iPhone 6s starts at $650." Also, my point about the USB port is that to use VR goggles, you have to still use USB 2.0 until new headsets with 3.0 start coming out. Adding an adapter to your port to convert it to USB 2.0 would make the phone not fit the headset.

[@hurshpatel3575]

You should do a review of the New Razer Blade 2016 model (not the stealth) as one of your upcoming videos. It's being released on the 4/25.

[@greenland2166]

i lf anyone give this 2 phone for you.....which phone you select ? why? because i need a good smart phone....i think you have a good exprnce about thease two phones

[@ProWrestlingGamer]

I really enjoy amoled screens. The HTC looks so dull right next to it and it's a shame because the HTC 10 has some really good pros. Mainly the adaptive storage! I consider the screen one of the most important if not the most important feature of the device. It's what you're going to be looking at for the devices entire life span. That is why it's a make or break feature for me.

[@DirtTheFlirt]

+ProWrestlingGamer The screen looks great, I've had it for a week so far and I love it. With heavy usage it lasted 1 day and 2 hours I put it on the charger at 9% in 15 minutes it was at 70%.

[@ProWrestlingGamer]

+Abiodun Simmons (Doom) I don't doubt that it looks good but when sitting next to amoled it just gets outshined

[@DirtTheFlirt]

+ProWrestlingGamer I guess that would be a matter of opinion

[@njoythedrive]

I've had the Galaxy S5, S6, and used the S7 for a week. The AMOLED display is just not enough to win me over anymore. I guess it's just me getting bored of the same old thing, but I think HTC wins here.

[@bananenrepublikdeutschland9043]

I would like to see stereo speakers on the HTC. They were the greatest innovation of HTC.

[@bryanchaves5691]

The difference between the displays is day and night

[@Grenyas]

12:10 The Nexus 5X/6P only support USB 2.0.

[@jborrelli34]

I have small hands and fingers and I have the same issue with the edged screens, If i turn it landscape to watch a youtube video i always accidentally fast forward the video by touching half way through the screen. I dont understand how people use them...especially with no case.

[@trzmaier]

give me a rugged 5-5.2 inch phone just like the LG V10 with Samsung's AMOLED, battery and camera. I'd buy one in a heartbeat

[@EvA_productions]

Why is the home button NOT centered.

[@LY-gb8tm]

NOBODY NOTICES EXCEPT YOU AND ME

[@leolion7576]

Thank you so much for your excellent unbiased review :-*

[@joro353]

Htc kind of excels in one area only. Yeah, getting rid of bloatware is a nice touch but way insufficient to persuade me buy it. As for everything else (display, camera, battery life, design, wireless charging, water resistance) enough was already said. And if durability was my thing, I'd definitely wait for the S7 active that will be featuring a microsd slot for internal storage expansion, fingerprint scanner and 3900 mAh battery among other things.

[@givemyopinion3127]

they both have 4k video recording ?

[@Rottensteam]

Omg first! Hi Lisa😊😊😊

[@MySavageDynasty]

The fingerprint reader looks promising on the HTC 10, I just don't like that space above it. It looks off.

[@Mau5ing]

An htc logo should be there

[@MySavageDynasty]

ProudCorsian I agree, something needs to be there

[@Salsa-Lizano]

Does HTC still do the 6 month screen replacement warranty still?

[@luisceja28]

The "Oh uh" plain yes its still running strong! 💪

[@lois101]

Uh Oh Protection warranty lasts 2 years, but its only available to phones purchased from HTC.com

[@MatthewMoscotto]

Does the HTC 10 have multi tasking on it at least ?

[@dkimmortal]

+Matthew Moscotto no its coming with Android N anyway so it'll get to the 10 soon enough after it hits Nexus

[@MatthewMoscotto]

dkimmortal OK. That makes sense.

[@buzzmeanytime]

which is better?

[@Viellgas89]

really good comparison and video, nice to see a woman do the review for once :) Go go go HTC! how many times Have I dropped my phone in water?? none, so that's nothing you actually really need if you're not a very active outdoor person, or a clumsy sitting on the toilet person :p although the galaxy is a really nice phone, but go for the edge if you really want the best out of Samsung. without any doubt I will pick up the HTC 10 cause I'm a HTC lover so we HTC nerds are really excited and can't wait for it to be released!

[@mikayel18ify]

please show us how it works with the usb C docking station ! interesting how it will work

[@mobiletechreview]

+mikayel mikayel Just plug it in, you don't have to do anything special. There are USB-C to HDMI cables, USB-C to DisplayPort and the MS Display Dock comes with a USB-C cable to connect to that dock.

[@ssaini5028]

+MobileTechReview Excellent comparison, I actually thought the pictures on the HTC 10 were better more natural looking.. Pre release software and pretty much just as good or a bit better than the S7. I bet final build HTC 10 will surpass the S7 as the best flagship this year.

[@darrinthorpe9292]

+S Saini agree!

[@mikayel18ify]

+MobileTechReview thanx for your answer, but i meant just to see how it works, is there a delay between the smarthphoe screen and the monitor, or how it will perform etc... (geeky side wants to know hah) otherwise, great reveiw and both great smartphones. Too bad again HTC made their smartphone GIANT ... (coming from nexus 5 2013, even tho i prefer the more stock android of HTC 10, i still will go with s7 caus its smaller and more ergonomic)

[@dondon-wc2mg]

+S Saini i agree! the images here from htc look better than samsung

[@waycoolscootaloo]

For me I will stick with the S7. HTC is notoriously unreliable and their on the brink of going under because of it. So who knows if there will even be support for the phone if it doesn't sell well. (Which it probably won't.) The S7 just offers nicer features like water resistance and a better screen. The HTC doesn't offer anything that stands out. Plus Since the camera is better on the S7, that is a major thing for me. The HTC 10 is better then last years HTC M9. But then how could it be any worse? The M9 was pretty bad. But sales of the S7 are way up at this point compared to the S6 which in of itself outsold the HTC M9 10x over. And I think the HTC M10 will just be completely forgotten about by the general public.

[@xMel21x]

Samsung has water resistant but the speaker and the sound its a trash, while HTC 10 has the best sound on headphones and speakers but it has a lower water resistant... Then the other specs it depends from the preference of the person.

[@waycoolscootaloo]

Melbourne Dauz​ The sound of the S7 is actually quite good from it's speaker. Maybe not quite up to par with the HTC 10 but it's decent. When using the headphone jack the S7 has amazing sound quality. But Samsung has been improving the dac over time too. The sound is just so vibrant on my Audio Technica ATH-M50 studio monitor headphones. :D 

[@Brisgamen]

which phone focuses faster?! ive been asking this everywhere. anyone answer me please!

[@vamosmikey1989]

+Brisgamen i think ive read the s7 is faster. Not by much but it is faster. Probably an all round better camera although that's not taking anything away from the htc.

[@Brisgamen]

+Michael Keegan thanks bro!

[@dritanrustja9562]

I like HTC 10 more: hope the camera performance will improve with some software updates, but definitely I'd choose it over S7 (better build quality, better software, much better audio): the other stuff seems to be close, while I can live without wireless charging and waterproofing!

[@samanthasarco8665]

I keep noticing this in reviews, and it really irks me. Why isn't the time/date in exactly the middle of the display when the S7 is in "sleep" mode? And can that be adjusted if it's not? (Maybe I'm crazy, but am I the only one who noticed that? Idk)

[@Blessbh]

it's too avoid burn in on the screen

[@Unchainedmaple888]

I hate that HTC decided to not give the US a white front for the HTC 10. I also wish it were waterproof. HTC might say that it would have compromised sound quality but they waterproof their HTC butterfly series and that sound is no slouch! :(

[@Unchainedmaple888]

+Josh Arma they already have it in white for everywhere except for North America

[@32Natban]

there is a white front/ silver back version for the US

[@Unchainedmaple888]

+32Natban HTC said on twitter that US will only get the black front and it's reflected on the preorder page, black front only. also no Hi res headphones out of the box in the US. does HTC hate America lol

[@AkOsIrAnUto9980]

HTC 10 has IP53 certification. Meaning it is dust resistant and water resistant to rain and very small splashes and it cannot be immersed in water. However it is a good thing to have.

[@re10268]

Yes, GS7 Edge's home button is very clickety to the point of annoyance (IMO). It's like snapping a button everytime. Though, overall I love it. Looking forward to trying HTC10 which I am a huge fan, too ;-)

[@mr.ihabissa8442]

Galaxy S7 Edge Wins In: +IPS68 Water & Dust Resistant +Quad HD Super Amoled Edged Screen (Very Immersive) +Dual Pixel New Technology Camera - Very Fast in Auto Focus & Low Light +3,600mAh Battery last one day easily of heavy usage +Exynos8890 Better than SnapDragon 820 in Battery Performance. Phone of the Year no Doubt.

[@trzmaier]

"Samsung still has the edge there!" - I see what you did there Lisa

[@kantKillKenny]

Is the HTC 10 going to do better than the s7 in sales?

[@RaymondRobinsonJr]

+68adamgordon I like HTC 10 better but I highly doubt it will outsell Samsung.

[@julzgettinstronger9669]

damn I must say samsung displays come in clutch when it's bright AF outside

[@raxxorstealth329]

Both are great anyone of these you buy you will be happy.

[@CTR_ALT_MAKIMA]

Both are top notch, but I'd pick Samsung due to multi tasking and camera features, though, I'm a Note guy.

[@dkimmortal]

it has boom sound and a good headphone amp, HTC won't have as good a battery life as the s7 as superior sound will take a bit more battery .

[@Qjemuse]

I seriously need some help here. I've been wanting to get the note 5 or waiting a few months for note 6 now I really need the pen for work. Looks like Samsung is my only choice but I'm really biased against touch wiz and the poor ram management from Samsung. My friends s7e feels so much slower than my other friends G3 with CM mod.I need some justifications buying a Samsung note phone :(

[@AkOsIrAnUto9980]

In their DAC, both of them has a 24bit but they have different DAC.

[@Garret141076]

In every review I see the dull screen of the HTC 10. Is S7 so much better or is HTC 10 screen that bad.

[@Mau5ing]

"In video" are the key words here

[@dkimmortal]

+Garret141076 your eyes quickly adjust to the screen you're looking at, If you are going to be looking at two phone screens all the time get the s7. if you aren't then it doesn't matter that much...imo