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| Product | HTC Windows Phone 8X (california blue, 8G - AT&T) | Samsung Galaxy S4 | HTC One | Apple iPhone 5 |
| Price | $49.99 to $499.99 | $199.99 to $689.99 | $99.99 to $649.99 | $99.99 to $739.00 |
| CNET editors' rating | 4 stars | 4.5 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
| Average user rating | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | 4.5 stars | 3.5 stars |
| Release date | November 20, 2012 | Info unavailable | April 19, 2013 | September 21, 2012 |
| Bottom line | With top specs and a striking design, HTC's Windows Phone 8X makes a smart choice for anyone ready to dive into the Windows Phone OS. | Its laundry list of features require time and effort to truly master, but the
Galaxy S4 is the top choice for anyone looking for a big-screen, do-everything smartphone. | A few quibbles notwithstanding, the powerhouse HTC One is a beautifully crafted, near-ideal smartphone. | The
iPhone 5 completely rebuilds the iPhone on a framework of new features and design, addressing its major previous shortcomings. It's absolutely the best iPhone to date, and it easily secures its place in the top tier of the smartphone universe. |
| Weight | 4.59 oz | 4.6 oz | 5.04 oz | 3.95 oz |
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