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HTC Desire HD#7896

Released: 2010

HTC Desire HD

Overall Score

17.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7896)17.0
Performance(#7886)33.6
Camera(#9210)14.1
Display(#6968)39.1
Battery(#8336)12.7
Build(#2835)17.1
Connectivity(#7344)27.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

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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
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, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1230 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions123 x 68 x 11.8 mm (4.84 x 2.68 x 0.46 in)
Weight164 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Brown
Foldable✗
SAR0.47 W/kg (head)     0.84 W/kg (body)

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass