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HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G#1873

Released: 2021, January 13

HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G

Overall Score

62.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1873)62.6
Performance(#1030)70.8
Camera(#1469)47.9
Display(#2544)75.5
Battery(#3343)51.0
Build(#11511)66.8

Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G

Short Review

  • The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G features a sleek design with dimensions of 167.1 x 78.1 x 9.4 mm and a weight of 205g, available in Blue and Purple colors.
  • Its 6.7-inch IPS LCD display supports HDR10 and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels for vibrant visuals.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 5G chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
  • The front-facing camera is 16 MP, suitable for selfies.
  • A robust 5000mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing extended usage without frequent recharges.
  • The device runs on Android 10, offering a user-friendly experience.
  • Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
  • Notably, it lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack, which may be a consideration for some users.
  • Overall, the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G combines a modern design with capable hardware and versatile camera features.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, January 13
Announced2021, January 13
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.7"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR10, 90Hz
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 560 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 560 Silver)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, (wide)
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions167.1 x 78.1 x 9.4 mm (6.58 x 3.07 x 0.37 in)
Weight205 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlue, Purple
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 10
OS VersionAndroid 10

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo