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HTC Windows Phone 8S#7297

Released: 2012

HTC Windows Phone 8S

Overall Score

19.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7297)19.6
Performance(#7274)37.2
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#6828)42.0
Battery(#7055)16.7
Build(#3629)15.6
Connectivity(#7129)28.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The HTC Windows Phone 8S features a compact design with dimensions of 120.5 x 63 x 10.3 mm and a weight of 113 grams, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
  • Its 4.0-inch S-LCD display has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks but lacks high-definition clarity.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset with a dual-core 1.0 GHz Krait CPU and 4GB of RAM, which allows for smooth operation of the Windows Phone 8 OS, upgradable to WP8 GDR3.
  • The camera is a 5 MP rear unit with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
  • Battery life is supported by a 1700 mAh capacity, which is modest and does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in multiple colors, including Domino and Fiesta Red, but lacks water resistance features.
  • Special features include a headphone jack, but it does not have stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the HTC Windows Phone 8S offers basic functionality with a focus on portability and simplicity.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4"
TypeS-LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon S4
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 305
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1700 mAh
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Po 1700 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions120.5 x 63 x 10.3 mm (4.74 x 2.48 x 0.41 in)
Weight113 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsDomino, Fiesta Red, Atlantic Blue, High-Rise Gray
Foldable✗
SAR0.97 W/kg (head)     1.08 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth3.1, A2DP, EDR/ 4.0, LE after Amber update
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to WP8 GDR3
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity