Overall Score
54.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#6492)54.2
Performance(#5755)57.3
Camera(#5852)42.1
Display(#7680)64.3
Battery(#8414)43.5
Build(#6821)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Incredible S
Short Review
- The HTC Incredible S features a solid build with dimensions of 120 x 64 x 11.7 mm and a weight of 135.5g, available in black and red.
- Its 4.0-inch S-LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 chipset, a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU, and an Adreno 205 GPU, alongside 1.1GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts 8 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front camera is 1.3 MP.
- The battery capacity is 1450 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 2.2 (Froyo) and upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with Sense UI 3.6, the software experience is relatively dated.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device does not feature HDR or stereo speakers, but it does include a headphone jack.
- Overall, the HTC Incredible S presents a reliable option for basic smartphone needs, though its specifications reflect its 2011 release.
- Special features are limited, with no water resistance or advanced camera technologies.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4"
TypeS-LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Memory1.1GB 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1450 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1450 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions120 x 64 x 11.7 mm (4.72 x 2.52 x 0.46 in)
Weight135.5 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Red
Foldable✗
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, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 3.6
OS VersionAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 3.6
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes