Overall Score
57.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#3748)57.8
Performance(#4552)60.3
Camera(#1733)47.0
Display(#6411)67.5
Battery(#8490)43.5
Build(#443)79.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC U Play
Short Review
- The HTC U Play features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 146 x 72.9 x 8 mm and weighing 145g.
- Its 5.2-inch Super LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 428 ppi.
- Performance is powered by the Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 32GB or 64GB of storage paired with 3GB or 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with optical image stabilization and can record video at 1080p.
- Selfie enthusiasts will appreciate the 16 MP front camera for high-quality self-portraits.
- The 2500mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in several colors, including Brilliant Black and Sapphire Blue.
- Overall, the HTC U Play combines a stylish design with decent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as HTC Alpine
Display
Size5.2"
TypeSuper LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.1 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions146 x 72.9 x 8 mm (5.75 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBrilliant Black, Cosmetic Pink, Ice White, Sapphire Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo