Overall Score
54.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5553)54.7
Performance(#5752)57.3
Camera(#7226)42.0
Display(#7068)67.0
Battery(#8401)43.5
Build(#6808)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Hero S
Short Review
- The HTC Hero S features a compact design with dimensions of 115 x 60 x 12 mm and a weight of 130 grams, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.0-inch S-LCD display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 275 ppi, which provides decent clarity for its time.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2 chipset, a 1.2 GHz Scorpion CPU, and an Adreno 205 GPU, paired with 4GB of storage and 768MB of RAM, which may struggle with multitasking.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording 720p video, while the front-facing camera is 1.3 MP for basic selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 1520 mAh, which may require frequent charging given the device's age and performance demands.
- It runs on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread) with HTC's Sense UI, providing a user-friendly interface but lacking updates for newer applications.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Overall, the HTC Hero S combines basic features and functionality in a lightweight design, suitable for casual users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionFor US Cellular
Display
Size4"
TypeS-LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
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
Dimensions115 x 60 x 12 mm (4.53 x 2.36 x 0.47 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / EVDO
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), Sense UI
OS VersionAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), Sense UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes