Overall Score
31.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4770)31.2
Performance(#5551)49.1
Camera(#5216)35.2
Display(#6647)45.3
Battery(#5296)22.4
Build(#3738)15.4
Connectivity(#5963)36.1
Audio(#115)87.6
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Short Review
- The HTC Desire 816 dual SIM features a sleek design with dimensions of 156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 165g, available in black and white.
- Its 5.5-inch Super LCD2 display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, a quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and an Adreno 305 GPU, complemented by 1.5GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts 13 MP with autofocus and can record video at 1080p, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 2600 mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 with an upgrade option to 6.0 (Marshmallow) and Sense UI 7, the software experience is user-friendly.
- Notably, it includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio output.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device lacks water resistance and does not offer fast charging.
- Overall, the HTC Desire 816 combines a solid build with satisfactory performance and features 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 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, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP
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
Foldable✗
SAR0.70 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
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 7
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass