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HTC Desire Z#8172

Released: 2010

HTC Desire Z

Overall Score

16.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8172)16.1
Performance(#8132)31.6
Camera(#9210)14.1
Display(#6828)42.0
Battery(#8125)13.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7365)27.8
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire Z

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Short Review

  • The HTC Desire Z features a sturdy build with dimensions of 119 x 60.4 x 14.2 mm and a weight of 180g, making it relatively compact for a smartphone of its time.
  • It has a 3.7-inch S-LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 252 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM7230 chipset, an 800 MHz Scorpion CPU, and 1.5GB of RAM, which allows for basic multitasking.
  • The 5 MP rear camera includes autofocus but lacks optical image stabilization, capable of recording video at 720p.
  • Battery capacity stands at 1300 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging features.
  • The device runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo) and is upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread), featuring HTC's Sense UI for enhanced user experience.
  • 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 for charging and data transfer, along with a standard headphone jack.
  • Notably, it lacks a front-facing camera, limiting its capabilities for selfies and video calls.
  • Overall, the HTC Desire Z combines a practical design with moderate performance and essential features for its era.

Specifications

General

Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size3.7"
TypeS-LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM7230
CPU800 MHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Memory1.5GB; 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1300 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions119 x 60.4 x 14.2 mm (4.69 x 2.38 x 0.56 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
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), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass