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HTC Desire SV#7421

Released: 2012

HTC Desire SV

Overall Score

19.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7421)19.0
Performance(#7741)34.3
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#6738)43.2
Battery(#7217)16.3
Build(#3041)16.7
Connectivity(#7302)28.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The HTC Desire SV features a compact design with dimensions of 129.7 x 67.9 x 10.7 mm and a weight of 131g, available in Radical Yellow and Stealth Black.
  • Its 4.3-inch Super LCD2 display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 217 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 processor, supported by 4GB of RAM and an Adreno 203 GPU, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor with autofocus, but lacks optical image stabilization and video recording is limited to 480p at 30fps.
  • Battery life is powered by a 1620mAh capacity, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
  • The device runs on Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with HTC's Sense UI, providing a user-friendly experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone has a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
  • Notably, it lacks stereo speakers and a front-facing camera.
  • Overall, the HTC Desire SV is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for casual use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.3"
TypeSuper LCD2
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 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1620 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1620 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions129.7 x 67.9 x 10.7 mm (5.11 x 2.67 x 0.42 in)
Weight131 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsRadical Yellow, Stealth Black
Foldable✗
SAR0.64 W/kg (head)     0.69 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity