Overall Score
31.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#4791)31.1
Performance(#5467)49.5
Camera(#5216)35.2
Display(#6647)45.3
Battery(#5296)22.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3964)51.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire 816
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Short Review
- The HTC Desire 816 features a sleek design with dimensions of 156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 165g, available in multiple colors.
- Its 5.5-inch Super LCD2 display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent visuals at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.6 GHz CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, supported by 1.5GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video, while a 5 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 2600 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), featuring Sense UI 6 for a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC support.
- The phone includes stereo speakers and a standard headphone jack for audio needs.
- However, it lacks water resistance and 5G capabilities.
- Overall, the HTC Desire 816 is a well-rounded device for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeSuper LCD2
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.8
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.31 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red, Gray, Green
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 6
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass