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HTC One S#5221

Released: 2012

HTC One S

Overall Score

55.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5221)55.3
Performance(#11730)51.3
Camera(#5182)42.1
Display(#2120)79.0
Battery(#4624)43.5
Build(#3352)70.8

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Short Review

  • The HTC One S features a sleek design with dimensions of 130.9 x 65 x 7.8 mm and a lightweight build at 119.5g.
  • Its 4.3-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 256 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU and Adreno 225 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM, ensuring smooth operation for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, although it lacks optical image stabilization.
  • Battery life is powered by a 1650 mAh capacity, but it does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, upgradeable to 4.1.1 Jelly Bean with HTC's Sense UI.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone has no stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the HTC One S combines a solid build with adequate performance and camera capabilities for its time.
  • However, its battery and software limitations may not meet modern expectations.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso available as HTC One S Special Edition in white color and 64 GB internal memory

Display

Size4.3"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8290
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity1650 mAh
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Po 1650 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions130.9 x 65 x 7.8 mm (5.15 x 2.56 x 0.31 in)
Weight119.5 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI
OS VersionAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes