Overall Score
52.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8610)52.3
Performance(#12099)51.3
Camera(#7249)42.0
Display(#7699)64.3
Battery(#8457)43.5
Build(#6861)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire 300
Short Review
- The HTC Desire 300 features a compact design with dimensions of 131.8 x 66.2 x 10.1 mm and a weight of 120g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.3-inch TFT display has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 217 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play chipset, with a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU and 4GB of RAM, suitable for light usage.
- The 5 MP rear camera offers autofocus but lacks optical image stabilization, and it can record video at 480p at 30fps.
- The battery capacity is 1650mAh, which supports basic usage but does not feature fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 4.1.2 with Sense UI 5, the software experience is straightforward but may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a standard headphone jack but lacks stereo speakers.
- Available in black and white, the build materials are not specified, and there is no water resistance.
- Overall, the HTC Desire 300 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for casual users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as HTC Zara mini
Display
Size4.3"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 203
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recordingw480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1650 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1650 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions131.8 x 66.2 x 10.1 mm (5.19 x 2.61 x 0.40 in)
Weight120 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 5
OS VersionAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 5
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes