Overall Score
52.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#8059)52.9
Performance(#11733)51.3
Camera(#5185)42.1
Display(#7029)67.0
Battery(#4628)43.5
Build(#3356)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Sensation XE
Short Review
- The HTC Sensation XE features a solid build with dimensions of 126.1 x 65.4 x 11.3 mm and a weight of 151g, available in black and white.
- Its 4.3-inch S-LCD display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 256 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 chipset, a dual-core 1.5 GHz Scorpion CPU, and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- The battery capacity is 1730 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running Android 2.3.4 with an upgrade path to 4.0, it utilizes the Sense UI for a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- Notable features include a microUSB 2.0 port for MHL TV-out and a standard headphone jack.
- The device does not support HDR and has no water resistance.
- Overall, the HTC Sensation XE combines decent specifications for its time with a reliable design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionAlso known as HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio
Display
Size4.3"
TypeS-LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
Memory4GB (1GB user available), 768MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
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
Capacity1730 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1730 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions126.1 x 65.4 x 11.3 mm (4.96 x 2.57 x 0.44 in)
Weight151 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
OS VersionAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes