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HTC Desire 300#8813

Released: 2013

HTC Desire 300

Overall Score

14.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8813)14.1
Performance(#7775)34.1
Camera(#9476)13.8
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#7153)16.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6924)29.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

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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  • Running on Android 4.1.2 with Sense UI 5, the software experience is straightforward but may feel outdated compared to newer versions.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
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, AF
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recordingw480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1650 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1650 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions131.8 x 66.2 x 10.1 mm (5.19 x 2.61 x 0.40 in)
Weight120 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 5
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity