Overall Score
52.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#8463)52.4
Performance(#12096)51.3
Camera(#5859)42.1
Display(#7693)64.3
Battery(#8438)43.5
Build(#6844)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire SV
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1620 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1620 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions129.7 x 67.9 x 10.7 mm (5.11 x 2.67 x 0.42 in)
Weight131 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsRadical Yellow, Stealth Black
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
OS VersionAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes