Overall Score
54.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#6496)54.2
Performance(#5771)57.3
Camera(#5870)42.1
Display(#7707)64.3
Battery(#8476)43.5
Build(#6877)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire HD
Short Review
- The HTC Desire HD features a solid build with dimensions of 123 x 68 x 11.8 mm and a weight of 164g, available in black and brown.
- Its 4.3-inch LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 217 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 chipset, a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU, and 1.5GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities for its time.
- The 8 MP rear camera captures decent images but lacks optical image stabilization and only supports 720p video recording.
- Battery capacity stands at 1230mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging features.
- The device runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo) and is not upgradable beyond Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), featuring HTC's Sense UI.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone has a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
- Special features include a DLNA capability for media sharing.
- Overall, the HTC Desire HD is a well-rounded device for its era, though limited by its software and battery performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionPreviously rumored as HTC Ace
Display
Size4.3"
TypeLCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Memory1.5GB; 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1230 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions123 x 68 x 11.8 mm (4.84 x 2.68 x 0.46 in)
Weight164 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Brown
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps or HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps (carrier dependent)
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
OS VersionAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes