Overall Score
28.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#5393)28.0
Performance(#4698)56.1
Camera(#5191)35.2
Display(#6565)47.2
Battery(#6182)19.6
Build(#3051)16.7
Connectivity(#2930)58.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The HTC DROID DNA features a sleek design with dimensions of 141 x 70.5 x 9.7 mm and a weight of 141.7g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.0-inch Super LCD3 display boasts a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU, and 2GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera captures 8 MP images and records video at 1080p, while the 2.1 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The 2020 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.1 with Sense UI 4+, the software offers a user-friendly experience, upgradable to 4.2.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- However, it does not support 5G or wireless charging.
- The phone's build quality is solid, though it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the HTC DROID DNA combines a high-resolution display with decent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionFor Verizon
Display
Size5"
TypeSuper LCD3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory16GB (11GB user available), 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera2.1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2020 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions141 x 70.5 x 9.7 mm (5.55 x 2.78 x 0.38 in)
Weight141.7 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR0.50 W/kg (head) 0.66 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4+
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass