
Overall Score
54.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5554)54.7
Performance(#5753)57.3
Camera(#7231)42.0
Display(#7071)67.0
Battery(#8410)43.5
Build(#6817)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC EVO Design 4G
Short Review
- The HTC EVO Design 4G features a compact and lightweight design, measuring 121.9 x 61 x 11.9 mm and weighing 147.4g, with a black finish.
- Its 4.0-inch LCD display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 275 ppi, suitable for basic tasks but lacking HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2 chipset, a 1.2 GHz Scorpion CPU, and 4GB of RAM, providing adequate speed for its time.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of 720p video recording and a 1.3 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- Battery capacity is 1520 mAh, which may require frequent charging due to its limited power.
- The device runs on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), with HTC's Sense UI 3 enhancing user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, WiMAX, and Bluetooth 3.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The phone does not support wireless charging and has a microUSB 2.0 port for wired connections.
- Overall, the HTC EVO Design 4G is a basic smartphone with essential features, suitable for users seeking simplicity.
- Its build quality and design reflect the standards of its release year, but it may feel outdated compared to modern devices.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionFor SprintAlso known as HTC Hero 4G, HTC Kingdom
Display
Size4"
TypeLCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
CPU1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Memory4GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1520 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1520 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions121.9 x 61 x 11.9 mm (4.80 x 2.40 x 0.47 in)
Weight147.4 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, HSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, WiMAX 802.16 e, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 3
OS VersionAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 3
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes