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HTC Desire Series

HTC Desire 22 ProProcessor: unknown, Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765, Mediatek MT6582, Mediatek MT6582M, Mediatek MT6592, Mediatek MT6739, Mediatek MT6752, Mediatek MT6753, Mediatek Mediatek Helio P10 MT6755, Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 200 8225Q, Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 210 MSM8909, Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226, Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928, Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916, Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939, Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AB, Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225A, Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play MSM8225, Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 450, Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 665, Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 690 5G, Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 695 5G, Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 720G
Graphics Adapter: unknown, ARM Mali-400 MP2, ARM Mali-450 MP4, ARM Mali-T720 MP4, ARM Mali-T760 MP2, ARM Mali-T860 MP2, Imagination PowerVR GE8100, Imagination PowerVR GE8320, Qualcomm Adreno 200, Qualcomm Adreno 203, Qualcomm Adreno 302, Qualcomm Adreno 304, Qualcomm Adreno 305, Qualcomm Adreno 306, Qualcomm Adreno 330, Qualcomm Adreno 405, Qualcomm Adreno 505, Qualcomm Adreno 506, Qualcomm Adreno 610, Qualcomm Adreno 618, Qualcomm Adreno 619, Qualcomm Adreno 619L
Display: 3.50 inch, 4.30 inch, 4.50 inch, 4.70 inch, 5.00 inch, 5.20 inch, 5.50 inch, 5.70 inch, 6.00 inch, 6.20 inch, 6.50 inch, 6.60 inch, 6.70 inch
Weight: 0.1kg, 0.12kg, 0.123kg, 0.137kg, 0.14kg, 0.142kg, 0.143kg, 0.148kg, 0.15kg, 0.152kg, 0.155kg, 0.156kg, 0.158kg, 0.16kg, 0.165kg, 0.17kg, 0.183kg, 0.2kg, 0.201kg, 0.203kg, 0.205kg, 0.206kg
Price: 199, 200, 219, 249, 250, 279, 299, 300, 329, 350, 380, 400, 450, 529 euro
Average Score: 71.63% - average
Average of 313 scores (from 463 reviews)
price: 69%, performance: 65%, features: 64%, display: 73%, mobility: 76%, workmanship: 74%, ergonomy: 80%, emissions: 92%

 

HTC Desire C

Specifications

HTC Desire CNotebook: HTC Desire C
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225A
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 200
Display: 3.50 inch, 3:2, 480 x 320 pixels
Weight: 0.1kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire C (Model)

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

70% HTC Desire C review: A cheap Android smartphone
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire C is a nicely designed budget Android 4.0 handset. It could make a good first smartphone but doesn't have any outstanding features. The price is attractive but if you're not bothered about NFC then it's worth paying an extra £20 for the HTC One V for its superior screen and better performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 60% workmanship: 80%

 

HTC Desire 600

Specifications

HTC Desire 600Notebook: HTC Desire 600
Processor: unknown
Graphics Adapter: unknown
Display: 4.50 inch, 16:9, 960 x 540 pixels
Weight: 0.2kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 600 (Model)

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Average Score: 67.5% - average

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

65% HTC Desire 600 Dual Sim Review
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version
It doesn’t seem like HTC has learnt from their past mistakes with the Desire SV. The Desire 600 is priced at an absurd Rs 26,990 which pits it against the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini, Sony Xperia ZR and the LG Nexus 4 – all of which make a better buy. The Desire series has lost its charm from the glory days of the original, followed by the Desire S. The phone is very similar in specifications to the Galaxy Grand Quattro and we feel, should have been priced in the sub-Rs 20,000 price bracket. The Desire 600 is a good upgrade to the Desire SV, no doubt, but they seem to have gotten the pricing all wrong.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2013
Rating: Total score: 65%
70% Review: HTC Desire 600
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
The Desire 600 is a solidly built handset with pleasant design. With a 4.5” screen, the phone fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. The music output is impressive as well. On the flipside, it feels slightly underpowered compared to the similarly priced GALAXY S III and Nexus 4. The camera is a let-down too. For Rs 25,500, it's definitely over-priced for what it offers. However, if HTC decides to bring its pricing down to around 20k, it will be a very good option for those looking for a premium dual-SIM handset.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 70% workmanship: 80%

 

HTC Desire 500

Specifications

HTC Desire 500Notebook: HTC Desire 500
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 200 8225Q
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 203
Display: 4.30 inch, 16:9, 800 x 480 pixels
Weight: 0.123kg
Price: 279 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 78.3% - good

Average of 20 scores (from 24 reviews)

 

Reviews

85% Review HTC Desire 500 Smartphone | Notebookcheck
Plastic version. The Desire 500 has a 4.3-inch display, just like the HTC One Mini. However, both devices could not be more different. The mainstream device has a quad-core SoC, expandable storage, a plastic case and is also significantly cheaper than the One Mini. An interesting alternative to HTC's metal smartphone?
80% HTC Desire 500
Source: Gadgetspeak English Archive.org version
The recently launched Moto G has created a new pricing structure with quality and full featured handsets available for around a third the price of the competition. In the past I have often asked to review HTC devices as they looked smart and had little extra bits of quality. My name never seemed to come to the top of the list, with this unit however I was offered it I did not even have to ask.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80%
80% HTC Desire 500
Source: Gadgetspeak English Archive.org version
The recently launched Moto G has created a new pricing structure with quality and full featured handsets available for around a third the price of the competition. In the past I have often asked to review HTC devices as they looked smart and had little extra bits of quality. My name never seemed to come to the top of the list, with this unit however I was offered it I did not even have to ask.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80%
80% HTC Desire 500 review: a great mid-range smartphone with impressive specs and performance
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 500 is a great-looking device, with tons of unique software and solid mid-range smartphone specs on board. It's hard to find any real weaknesses with the phone, including its reasonable £199 price tag. To sum up, it's simply a very good mid-range Android smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/06/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 70% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
80% HTC Desire 500 review: a great mid-range smartphone with impressive specs and performance
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 500 is a great-looking device, with tons of unique software and solid mid-range smartphone specs on board. It's hard to find any real weaknesses with the phone, including its reasonable £199 price tag. To sum up, it's simply a very good mid-range Android smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/06/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 70% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
60% HTC Desire 500 review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 500 is a solid, affordable phone. It offers businesses a £199 quad-core Android experience and boasts a reasonably decent rear camera. But being released just weeks before the cheaper and higher-specced Motorola Moto G – which runs using a more recent version of Android, has a better screen and even more powerful Snapdragon 600 processor – the Desire 500's long-term appeal is questionable.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/03/2013
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 500 review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 500 is a solid, affordable phone. It offers businesses a £199 quad-core Android experience and boasts a reasonably decent rear camera. But being released just weeks before the cheaper and higher-specced Motorola Moto G – which runs using a more recent version of Android, has a better screen and even more powerful Snapdragon 600 processor – the Desire 500's long-term appeal is questionable.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/03/2013
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 500 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
Who's going to buy the HTC Desire 500? Well, we're not entirely sure. If you love the software on the HTC One, but don't have wide enough pockets then it could be for you. But, if you're solely focused on price, the Motorola Moto G is a clean Android and cheaper, while for around £80 more you can get a Nexus 5 with an amazing spec sheet and 4 times the internal storage, plus LTE.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/25/2013
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 500 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
Who's going to buy the HTC Desire 500? Well, we're not entirely sure. If you love the software on the HTC One, but don't have wide enough pockets then it could be for you. But, if you're solely focused on price, the Motorola Moto G is a clean Android and cheaper, while for around £80 more you can get a Nexus 5 with an amazing spec sheet and 4 times the internal storage, plus LTE.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/25/2013
Rating: Total score: 60%
80% HTC Desire 500 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 500 is a very good phone that's perfect for light, relatively undemanding users who don't want to put up with the very cheapest phones around. But enthusiasts looking for a good deal are better off looking at the Nexus 5, which offers a lot more for not that much more money.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/12/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 70% display: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 80%
80% HTC Desire 500 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 500 is a very good phone that's perfect for light, relatively undemanding users who don't want to put up with the very cheapest phones around. But enthusiasts looking for a good deal are better off looking at the Nexus 5, which offers a lot more for not that much more money.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/12/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 70% display: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 80%

Foreign Reviews

93% HTC Desire 500
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 93% emissions: 90%
93% HTC Desire 500
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 93% emissions: 90%
87% HTC Desire 500
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 2/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 87%
87% HTC Desire 500
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 2/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 87%
78% HTC Desire 500
Source: PC News - Heft 01/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 78%
78% HTC Desire 500
Source: PC News - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 78%
87% HTC Desire 500
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 87% mobility: 89%
78% HTC Desire 500
Source: PC News - Heft 01/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 78%
78% HTC Desire 500
Source: PC News - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 78%
87% HTC Desire 500
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 87% mobility: 89%
HTC Desire 500
Source: Android User - Heft 12/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 11/01/2013
HTC Desire 500
Source: Android User - Heft 12/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 11/01/2013
279-Euro-Smartphone mit BlinkFeed und Zoe
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: appealing functions; good camera; low price
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/10/2013
279-Euro-Smartphone mit BlinkFeed und Zoe
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: appealing functions; good camera; low price
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/10/2013

 

HTC Desire 300

Specifications

HTC Desire 300Notebook: HTC Desire 300
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play MSM8225
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 203
Display: 4.30 inch, 5:3, 800 x 480 pixels
Weight: 0.12kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 300 (Model)

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Average Score: 80.5% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

83% Gutes Konkurrenzmodell zum Moto G
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 73% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 95% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 95%
78% HTC Desire 300
Source: SFT - Heft 2/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 78%
Auf den Spuren des Wildfire
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: good display and workmanship Negative: small storage; mediocre loudspeaker quality; impractical dimensions
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/15/2014

 

HTC Desire 310

HTC has released another mid-range Android smartphone for its 2014 Desire lineup, the HTC Desire 310, targeting new consumers in the market. It has a mid-size factor with its 4.5 inch FWVGA display that offers up to 218 ppi. The phone weighs around 140 grams, which is average considering the size. Its 5 MP rear camera is capable of Full HD recording, while the front camera is only 0.3 MP.  The phone come with a surprising quad core, 1300 MHz, ARM Cortex-A7 processor, which should handle the 4.2 Jelly Bean OS with HTC Sense 5 UI swiftly.

The phone is neat and sturdy, complemented with the touch capacitive sensors for all the home, menu and back buttons, a trademark of all HTC smartphones. The thickness is acceptable for mid-range smartphones and customers will be appealed by the range of colours to choose from. The phone also comes with dual-sim capability that will offer value for money together with its micro-SD card slot supporting up to 32 GB that can be added to the model with 4 GB internal memory offered.

This device should be suitable for users looking for a multipurpose phone that can serve basic smartphone features and more, due to its powerful processor. The display is considered good and should provide satisfactory performance for multimedia usage. The talk time is 11 hours with its 2000 mAh battery and HTC claimed that it can standby up to 35 days.

Specifications

HTC Desire 310Notebook: HTC Desire 310
Processor: Mediatek MT6582M
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-400 MP2
Display: 4.50 inch, 16:9, 854 x 480 pixels
Weight: 0.14kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 310 (Model)

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Average Score: 65% - average

Average of 14 scores (from 16 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% HTC Desire 310 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Absolutely everyday suitable. Fantastic smartphone features, low price - according to HTC, that perfectly describes the 4.5-inch Desire 310. The Android entry-level phone is actually available for an affordable 140 Euros (~$191). Our test reveals whether the Desire 310 also passes the function check.
60% HTC Desire 310 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 310 is a bit of a missed opportunity. Instead of establishing HTC’s position among the more exciting budget phone makers – just as some budget phones are kicking things up a notch – the phone only makes half of the improvements we’re looking for. The HTC Desire 310 has good software and offers decent performance at the price. However, the camera and screen are weak points, and as they’re both pretty important, this is not going to be remembered as an HTC classic.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 50% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80% emissions: 70%
60% HTC Desire 310 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 310 is a bit of a missed opportunity. Instead of establishing HTC’s position among the more exciting budget phone makers – just as some budget phones are kicking things up a notch – the phone only makes half of the improvements we’re looking for. The HTC Desire 310 has good software and offers decent performance at the price. However, the camera and screen are weak points, and as they’re both pretty important, this is not going to be remembered as an HTC classic.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 50% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80% emissions: 70%
70% HTC Desire 310 Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
While we tend to focus on high-end premium smartphones most of the time, it is the mid or low-end phones that sell most as they are catered to entry-level users with lower prices. These smartphones may not be top-of-the-line, but generally offers all the basic stuff you would normally need from a smartphone. The HTC Desire 310 is one such product that tries to offers a similar experience that you would normally get from the company’s higher-end lineup but at a lesser price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 75% features: 60% workmanship: 65%
70% HTC Desire 310 Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
While we tend to focus on high-end premium smartphones most of the time, it is the mid or low-end phones that sell most as they are catered to entry-level users with lower prices. These smartphones may not be top-of-the-line, but generally offers all the basic stuff you would normally need from a smartphone. The HTC Desire 310 is one such product that tries to offers a similar experience that you would normally get from the company’s higher-end lineup but at a lesser price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 75% features: 60% workmanship: 65%
60% HTC Desire 310 Review: This Budget Handset Is Mediocre At Best
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
The Desirer 310 looks better than most Android handsets available in its price range. In spite of packing in only 512 MB of RAM, its performance is decent. However, it disappoints in the display department. Plus, the camera is one of the worst in its category. The competition is steep, not just domestic, but even International brands including Nokia offer much better hardware at a similar price. So if you’re looking for a neat smartphone experience for around Rs 11,500, go for the Lumia 630, which offers better screen, camera, and performance. Those not willing to leave the Android camp, should stretch the budget up to 14k and get the Moto G.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 40% performance: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
60% HTC Desire 310 Review: This Budget Handset Is Mediocre At Best
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
The Desirer 310 looks better than most Android handsets available in its price range. In spite of packing in only 512 MB of RAM, its performance is decent. However, it disappoints in the display department. Plus, the camera is one of the worst in its category. The competition is steep, not just domestic, but even International brands including Nokia offer much better hardware at a similar price. So if you’re looking for a neat smartphone experience for around Rs 11,500, go for the Lumia 630, which offers better screen, camera, and performance. Those not willing to leave the Android camp, should stretch the budget up to 14k and get the Moto G.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 40% performance: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
50% HTC Desire 310 review: Buy a Moto G instead!
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version
With a street price of roughly Rs 11,500, the HTC Desire 310 dual sim is too expensive for what’s on offer. In fact, we wouldn’t even recommend it if dropped to half its price. It’s quite simply a disaster of a product which is too bad when you consider the Desire 210 and Desire 816, which actually have good potential. The Motorola Moto G continues to be the best Android under Rs 15,000. If you don’t mind the rival camp, then we also recommend the Nokia Lumia 525 instead of the 310.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 50%
50% HTC Desire 310 review: Buy a Moto G instead!
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version
With a street price of roughly Rs 11,500, the HTC Desire 310 dual sim is too expensive for what’s on offer. In fact, we wouldn’t even recommend it if dropped to half its price. It’s quite simply a disaster of a product which is too bad when you consider the Desire 210 and Desire 816, which actually have good potential. The Motorola Moto G continues to be the best Android under Rs 15,000. If you don’t mind the rival camp, then we also recommend the Nokia Lumia 525 instead of the 310.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 50%
50% HTC Desire 310 review: A budget smartphone not worth its salt
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 310 has very few positives going for it. You could use it as a phone with basic media playback features, but not much more than that. Moreover, HTC is not doing itself any favours by pricing the phone at Rs. 11,358 which is very close to the Moto G - by far a superior performer. HTC needs to do a lot better than this to do well in today's mid-budget market.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 60% display: 50% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
50% HTC Desire 310 review: A budget smartphone not worth its salt
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 310 has very few positives going for it. You could use it as a phone with basic media playback features, but not much more than that. Moreover, HTC is not doing itself any favours by pricing the phone at Rs. 11,358 which is very close to the Moto G - by far a superior performer. HTC needs to do a lot better than this to do well in today's mid-budget market.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 60% display: 50% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%

Foreign Reviews

87% Kein Marken-Schnäppchen
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 96% mobility: 93%
87% Kein Marken-Schnäppchen
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 96% mobility: 93%
78% HTC Desire 310
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 10/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 78%
78% HTC Desire 310
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 10/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 78%
Fast ohne Sense
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/05/2014
Fast ohne Sense
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/05/2014

 

HTC Desire 610

Classy, sleek and beautiful; these are the first thoughts that will come to a user's mind when they lay eyes on the HTC Desire 610. The rounded edge minimalistic block design comes in five colours, black, white, red, grey and green. The 143.5 g, Android 4.4.2 Kit Kat smartphone packs in considerable power with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 quad-core processor clocked at 1.2 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Adreno 305 GPU, and 8 GB internal storage.

The somewhat small internal storage can be upped with an additional 64 GB using the MicroSD slot. At the rear, there is an 8 MP BSI sensor camera with f 2.4. At the front, there is a 1.3 MP FSI camera. HTC is known for good image taking capability and the HTC Desire 610 definitely delivers.

The audio quality is another strong point for HTC devices and the front facing stereo speakers with HTC BoomSound technology packs a punch. Other features include Bluetooth 4.0 with aptX, 3.5mm stereo audio jack, A-GPS + GLONASS and FM Radio. Powering the HTC Desire 610 is an embedded Li-polymer battery cell rated at 2040 mAh which gives around 15.8 hours talk time.

Specifications

HTC Desire 610Notebook: HTC Desire 610
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 305
Display: 4.70 inch, 16:9, 960 x 540 pixels
Weight: 0.143kg
Price: 299 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 70.2% - average

Average of 30 scores (from 32 reviews)

 

Reviews

81% HTC Desire 610 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
More please. HTC shakes up the smartphone middle-class with their Desire 610. The smartphone is equipped with a 4.7-inch qHD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 Quadcore-SoC with an Adreno 305 GPU, 1 GB RAM, and 8 GB of flash storage - all for 299 Euro ($405). The HTC Sense 6.0 user interface spruces up Android 4.4 KitKat, while LTE allows for fast data transfers. So is this a really well-executed smartphone for little money?
30% HTC Desire 610 review: A budget phone without a purpose
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
There was a time, back in Android’s early days, when any $350 phone that worked reasonably well would have been a triumph. But those days are long gone, and if you’re looking to save money on an AT&T-supported phone, you have several better options than the HTC Desire 610. With the Desire 610, it’s as if HTC worked in a vacuum, certain that it needed to make mid-range phones but blissfully unaware of the competition. It’s the only way to explain how a phone with so little value made it to market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 30%
30% HTC Desire 610 review: A budget phone without a purpose
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
There was a time, back in Android’s early days, when any $350 phone that worked reasonably well would have been a triumph. But those days are long gone, and if you’re looking to save money on an AT&T-supported phone, you have several better options than the HTC Desire 610. With the Desire 610, it’s as if HTC worked in a vacuum, certain that it needed to make mid-range phones but blissfully unaware of the competition. It’s the only way to explain how a phone with so little value made it to market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 30%
30% HTC Desire 610 review: A budget phone without a purpose
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
There was a time, back in Android’s early days, when any $350 phone that worked reasonably well would have been a triumph. But those days are long gone, and if you’re looking to save money on an AT&T-supported phone, you have several better options than the HTC Desire 610. With the Desire 610, it’s as if HTC worked in a vacuum, certain that it needed to make mid-range phones but blissfully unaware of the competition. It’s the only way to explain how a phone with so little value made it to market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 30%
30% HTC Desire 610 review: A budget phone without a purpose
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
There was a time, back in Android’s early days, when any $350 phone that worked reasonably well would have been a triumph. But those days are long gone, and if you’re looking to save money on an AT&T-supported phone, you have several better options than the HTC Desire 610. With the Desire 610, it’s as if HTC worked in a vacuum, certain that it needed to make mid-range phones but blissfully unaware of the competition. It’s the only way to explain how a phone with so little value made it to market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 30%
60% HTC Desire 610 (AT&T)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 610 is one of the most affordable, modern Android smartphones on AT&T at the moment. It offers good performance for the price and has some useful features that aren't a given in the budget realm, like nice front-facing speakers and up-to-date Android software. That said, there are some shortcomings here worth mentioning, most notably a painfully low-quality display. Right now you can get the Amazon Fire Phone for the same 99 cents—it's not perfect by any means, and not really a true Android phone, but it's supremely well built and a significantly nicer device than the Desire 610. And if you're not tied to any ecosystem, AT&T is also offering the Apple iPhone 5c for free on contract, which delivers a far more polished software experience with appreciably better hardware.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 610 (AT&T)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 610 is one of the most affordable, modern Android smartphones on AT&T at the moment. It offers good performance for the price and has some useful features that aren't a given in the budget realm, like nice front-facing speakers and up-to-date Android software. That said, there are some shortcomings here worth mentioning, most notably a painfully low-quality display. Right now you can get the Amazon Fire Phone for the same 99 cents—it's not perfect by any means, and not really a true Android phone, but it's supremely well built and a significantly nicer device than the Desire 610. And if you're not tied to any ecosystem, AT&T is also offering the Apple iPhone 5c for free on contract, which delivers a far more polished software experience with appreciably better hardware.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% HTC Desire 610 review: Good all-round mid-range smartphone that's just a tad overpriced
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Overall, the HTC Desire 610 will appeal to anyone looking for a reasonably priced all-rounder to use for browsing the web, taking good photos, emailing, texting, making phone calls, playing casual games and running Android apps. The HTC Sense software is sleek and easy to use and you'll be satisfied with the battery life. We really enjoyed our time with the HTC Desire 610 and don't have any real qualms aside from the large bezels and slightly disappointing display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/02/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 50% performance: 70% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
70% HTC Desire 610 review: Good all-round mid-range smartphone that's just a tad overpriced
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Overall, the HTC Desire 610 will appeal to anyone looking for a reasonably priced all-rounder to use for browsing the web, taking good photos, emailing, texting, making phone calls, playing casual games and running Android apps. The HTC Sense software is sleek and easy to use and you'll be satisfied with the battery life. We really enjoyed our time with the HTC Desire 610 and don't have any real qualms aside from the large bezels and slightly disappointing display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/02/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 50% performance: 70% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
60% HTC Desire 610 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Ultimately, though, a decent battery life isn't enough to save this otherwise very average handset. The HTC Desire 610 may have excellent performance for its price, but its mediocre screen and camera are severely outclassed by the competition. If you're looking for an excellent mid-range handset and don't mind spending a little more money, the Motorola Moto X is well worth the extra expense.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 610 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Ultimately, though, a decent battery life isn't enough to save this otherwise very average handset. The HTC Desire 610 may have excellent performance for its price, but its mediocre screen and camera are severely outclassed by the competition. If you're looking for an excellent mid-range handset and don't mind spending a little more money, the Motorola Moto X is well worth the extra expense.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% HTC Desire 610 review: Good all-round mid-range smartphone that's just a tad overpriced
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Overall, the HTC Desire 610 will appeal to anyone looking for a reasonably priced all-rounder to use for browsing the web, taking good photos, emailing, texting, making phone calls, playing casual games and running Android apps. The HTC Sense software is sleek and easy to use and you'll be satisfied with the battery life. We really enjoyed our time with the HTC Desire 610 and don't have any real qualms aside from the large bezels and slightly disappointing display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 50% performance: 70% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
70% HTC Desire 610 review: Good all-round mid-range smartphone that's just a tad overpriced
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Overall, the HTC Desire 610 will appeal to anyone looking for a reasonably priced all-rounder to use for browsing the web, taking good photos, emailing, texting, making phone calls, playing casual games and running Android apps. The HTC Sense software is sleek and easy to use and you'll be satisfied with the battery life. We really enjoyed our time with the HTC Desire 610 and don't have any real qualms aside from the large bezels and slightly disappointing display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 50% performance: 70% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
73% HTC Desire 610 Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 600 is something that should have been a proper all round phone that takes all in the fast paced competition in the mid range tier. The design has flaws, the sound isn’t great and the screen isn’t exactly the best. It’s the kind of device that tries when it shouldn’t since it’s taking aspects from one of the best android phones I’ve seen this year.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 73% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 85% workmanship: 70%
73% HTC Desire 610 Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 600 is something that should have been a proper all round phone that takes all in the fast paced competition in the mid range tier. The design has flaws, the sound isn’t great and the screen isn’t exactly the best. It’s the kind of device that tries when it shouldn’t since it’s taking aspects from one of the best android phones I’ve seen this year.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 73% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 85% workmanship: 70%
Great build quality and software for the price - but that's not enough
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Competition is fierce in this part of the smartphone market and there are better options at even lower prices than the HTC Desire 610. While it does deliver in its range of features, the Moto G betters it in almost every way with a superior screen, better battery life and equally successful software. The LG G2 Mini also offers a better overall compromise at a similar price. The Desire 610 has some of the best build quality and arguably the best software available at this price as well as a smooth and fluid interface, but that isn't enough in the end to make it a truly compelling device.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: price: 50% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 40%
Great build quality and software for the price - but that's not enough
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Competition is fierce in this part of the smartphone market and there are better options at even lower prices than the HTC Desire 610. While it does deliver in its range of features, the Moto G betters it in almost every way with a superior screen, better battery life and equally successful software. The LG G2 Mini also offers a better overall compromise at a similar price. The Desire 610 has some of the best build quality and arguably the best software available at this price as well as a smooth and fluid interface, but that isn't enough in the end to make it a truly compelling device.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: price: 50% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 40%
73% HTC Desire 610 review: watered-down HTC on the cheap
Source: Pocketnow English Archive.org version
All things considered, the Desire 610 is a nice budget entry from HTC. It isn’t the biggest, baddest smartphone on the market, and it’s not even the best value around; both the Moto G and Moto E are seriously tough competitors when it comes to what you get for your money. The biggest drawbacks of the 610 will be the display and camera experience, both of which are particularly bad. Oh, and it’s a pretty serious fingerprint magnet. But performance, storage options, and even the build of the phone are straight down the middle of the road, which is perfectly in line with the price point of this handset.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 73% performance: 50% features: 60% mobility: 60%
73% HTC Desire 610 review: watered-down HTC on the cheap
Source: Pocketnow English Archive.org version
All things considered, the Desire 610 is a nice budget entry from HTC. It isn’t the biggest, baddest smartphone on the market, and it’s not even the best value around; both the Moto G and Moto E are seriously tough competitors when it comes to what you get for your money. The biggest drawbacks of the 610 will be the display and camera experience, both of which are particularly bad. Oh, and it’s a pretty serious fingerprint magnet. But performance, storage options, and even the build of the phone are straight down the middle of the road, which is perfectly in line with the price point of this handset.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 73% performance: 50% features: 60% mobility: 60%
80% HTC Desire 610 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 610 is a solid all-round effort. It's well put together, has a big screen, and is fast enough for basic tasks. There are much cheaper alternatives, though, like the Motorola Moto E and Nokia Lumia 630, so you really have to weigh up how much you need extras like a big screen, LTE and 4G.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/03/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 610 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 610 is a solid all-round effort. It's well put together, has a big screen, and is fast enough for basic tasks. There are much cheaper alternatives, though, like the Motorola Moto E and Nokia Lumia 630, so you really have to weigh up how much you need extras like a big screen, LTE and 4G.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/03/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% HTC Desire 610 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The Desire 610 is a solid all-rounder. The screen isn't as sharp as we’d like, but the camera is decent and the design is quirky and charming, though perhaps a tad larger than we'd like for a 4.7-inch phone. Its main problem, however, is it's a little pricey considering the wealth of excellent (and often cheaper) alternatives. The HTC Desire 610 is a good phone, but it has to compete with some exceptionally good value phones. At current prices there are better options, but it's worth considering if you can find a good deal.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/22/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 60%
70% HTC Desire 610 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The Desire 610 is a solid all-rounder. The screen isn't as sharp as we’d like, but the camera is decent and the design is quirky and charming, though perhaps a tad larger than we'd like for a 4.7-inch phone. Its main problem, however, is it's a little pricey considering the wealth of excellent (and often cheaper) alternatives. The HTC Desire 610 is a good phone, but it has to compete with some exceptionally good value phones. At current prices there are better options, but it's worth considering if you can find a good deal.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/22/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 60%

Foreign Reviews

95% HTC Desire 610
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 95% emissions: 93%
95% HTC Desire 610
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 95% emissions: 93%
90% HTC Desire 610
Source: SFT - Heft 10/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
85% HTC Desire 610
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 10/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 85%
90% HTC Desire 610
Source: SFT - Heft 10/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
85% HTC Desire 610
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 10/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 85%
90% Günstiger One-Verschnitt
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 78% mobility: 90%
90% Günstiger One-Verschnitt
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 78% mobility: 90%
77% HTC Desire 610
Source: Connect - Heft 09/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 77%
77% HTC Desire 610
Source: Connect - Heft 09/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 77%

 

HTC Desire 816

Despite not having the sleek aluminum body of the more expensive models, the HTC Desire 816 still manages to keep a good and stylish look with its plastics case. The 5.5 inch screen is also large and has very good viewing angles despite not having only a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels instead of FullHD.

The phone is powered by a 1.6 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor, which is pretty much the average processor and has 1.5 GB of RAM for smooth usage. It also comes with 8 GB native storage space, which can be expanded with an external micro SD card. It supports Bluetooth, WiFi and 4G LTE. However, it does not have NFC.

The HTC Desire 816 comes with a 13 MP rear camera with a flash to ensure good shots can be taken despite poor lightning. Best of all, the HTC Desire 816 comes with Zoe, a special app that can really enhance your picture taking experience.

All in all, the HTC Desire 816 is definitely a great device boosting excellent performance, functionality and battery life. The plastic exterior may appear cheaper, but for its price, it is a small drawback, especially when you compare it with all the benefits it gives.

Specifications

HTC Desire 816Notebook: HTC Desire 816
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 305
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.165kg
Price: 380 euro
Links: HTC homepage

Pricecompare

Average Score: 79.29% - good

Average of 34 scores (from 40 reviews)

 

Reviews

83% HTC Desire 816 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Powerful contender. The HTC Desire 816 is a large smartphone with a lot of performance. Its 5.5-inch format allows it to poach buyers from the high-end class, despite entering the race as a middle-class device.
60% HTC Desire 816 review: A decent phablet with a cheap data plan
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
If you can live with the camera and a few other shortcomings, the Desire 816 fares well as a budget phone for game and media junkies. For $300, it can stand in for both a smartphone and a tablet, and the service comes cheap on Virgin Mobile, whose $35 plan gets you 300 minutes, unlimited text and 2.5 GB of high-speed data. (An alternative plan for the same price includes unlimited minutes and 250 MB of data.) It could be the only device you need, even though it’s far from being the best one you can get.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
HTC Desire 816 review: A decent phablet with a cheap data plan
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
If you can live with the camera and a few other shortcomings, the Desire 816 fares well as a budget phone for game and media junkies. For $300, it can stand in for both a smartphone and a tablet, and the service comes cheap on Virgin Mobile, whose $35 plan gets you 300 minutes, unlimited text and 2.5 GB of high-speed data. (An alternative plan for the same price includes unlimited minutes and 250 MB of data.) It could be the only device you need, even though it’s far from being the best one you can get.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/14/2014
60% HTC Desire 816 review: A decent phablet with a cheap data plan
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
If you can live with the camera and a few other shortcomings, the Desire 816 fares well as a budget phone for game and media junkies. For $300, it can stand in for both a smartphone and a tablet, and the service comes cheap on Virgin Mobile, whose $35 plan gets you 300 minutes, unlimited text and 2.5 GB of high-speed data. (An alternative plan for the same price includes unlimited minutes and 250 MB of data.) It could be the only device you need, even though it’s far from being the best one you can get.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
HTC Desire 816 review: A decent phablet with a cheap data plan
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
If you can live with the camera and a few other shortcomings, the Desire 816 fares well as a budget phone for game and media junkies. For $300, it can stand in for both a smartphone and a tablet, and the service comes cheap on Virgin Mobile, whose $35 plan gets you 300 minutes, unlimited text and 2.5 GB of high-speed data. (An alternative plan for the same price includes unlimited minutes and 250 MB of data.) It could be the only device you need, even though it’s far from being the best one you can get.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/14/2014
80% HTC Desire 816 (Virgin Mobile)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
On Virgin Mobile, the HTC Desire 816 is the best big phone for small budgets. Voracious media consumers will appreciate the expansive display and loud speakers, while performance is in line with the price. And $300 for this much phone is a fantastic deal. If you're looking for something smaller, the Virgin Mobile Supreme has a more manageable 5-inch display and still represents good value at $300, while the even smaller HTC Desire features the same front-facing speaker setup as its larger sibling. For phablet fans on Virgin Mobile, though, the Desire 816 is a top pick and earns our Editors' Choice award.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 816 (Virgin Mobile)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
On Virgin Mobile, the HTC Desire 816 is the best big phone for small budgets. Voracious media consumers will appreciate the expansive display and loud speakers, while performance is in line with the price. And $300 for this much phone is a fantastic deal. If you're looking for something smaller, the Virgin Mobile Supreme has a more manageable 5-inch display and still represents good value at $300, while the even smaller HTC Desire features the same front-facing speaker setup as its larger sibling. For phablet fans on Virgin Mobile, though, the Desire 816 is a top pick and earns our Editors' Choice award.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% HTC Desire 816 review: a 5.5in Android smartphone that's cheap, but not cheap enough
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Like HTC’s Desire 610, the Desire 816 sits awkwardly between other smartphones in terms of price, with rivals including the OnePlus One, Nokia Lumia 1320 and Nexus 5 among others. If you’re won over by the big screen, you won’t be disappointed if you can pick one up for around £200.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 60% features: 70% workmanship: 70%
70% HTC Desire 816 review: a 5.5in Android smartphone that's cheap, but not cheap enough
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Like HTC’s Desire 610, the Desire 816 sits awkwardly between other smartphones in terms of price, with rivals including the OnePlus One, Nokia Lumia 1320 and Nexus 5 among others. If you’re won over by the big screen, you won’t be disappointed if you can pick one up for around £200.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 60% features: 70% workmanship: 70%
80% HTC Desire 816 Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is a good mid-range phone that competes squarely against others in the market from the likes of Nokia or Lenovo. It’s certainly not as flashy as the HTC One, but that’s to be expected in order to keep it affordable. The size of the phone and placement of the power button is a concern, as you just simply can’t use this phone with one hand. But with a decent camera, great sounding speakers, and expandable storage, the HTC Desire 816 is a strong contender for an affordable mid-range smartphone, priced at AED 1,199.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 85% features: 75% workmanship: 80%
80% HTC Desire 816 Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is a good mid-range phone that competes squarely against others in the market from the likes of Nokia or Lenovo. It’s certainly not as flashy as the HTC One, but that’s to be expected in order to keep it affordable. The size of the phone and placement of the power button is a concern, as you just simply can’t use this phone with one hand. But with a decent camera, great sounding speakers, and expandable storage, the HTC Desire 816 is a strong contender for an affordable mid-range smartphone, priced at AED 1,199.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 85% features: 75% workmanship: 80%
70% Review: HTC Desire 816
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is priced at Rs 24,200. In this segment, the 816 competes with the Nexus 5 and Lumia 925. The phone's camera and multimedia performance are quite good. The display isn't great, but you get what you pay for. HTC is known for well built smartphones. However, the 816 doesn't live up to that reputation. What goes against this phone is its sheer size. Well, if you like huge phones, then go for it. It's undoubtedly one of the best sub-25k phablet from a reputed brand. But, if you're looking a 'phone, then the Nexus 5 and Lumia 925 are better options.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 60%
70% Review: HTC Desire 816
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is priced at Rs 24,200. In this segment, the 816 competes with the Nexus 5 and Lumia 925. The phone's camera and multimedia performance are quite good. The display isn't great, but you get what you pay for. HTC is known for well built smartphones. However, the 816 doesn't live up to that reputation. What goes against this phone is its sheer size. Well, if you like huge phones, then go for it. It's undoubtedly one of the best sub-25k phablet from a reputed brand. But, if you're looking a 'phone, then the Nexus 5 and Lumia 925 are better options.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 60%
Review: HTC Desire 816
Source: Gizmag English Archive.org version
If what you are looking for in a phablet is a high-quality camera and a solid multimedia experience at a low price, then the Desire 816 is certainly an option worth considering. In the time I spent with the phone I reached for my tablet so infrequently that it hasn't been charged in three weeks. You can put this down to the phone's overall usability as a browsing and multimedia device, attributes that strengthen its claims as a replacement for smartphone and tablet. On that basis, the Desire 816 is a perfectly capable phablet at a very reasonable price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/01/2014
Review: HTC Desire 816
Source: Gizmag English Archive.org version
If what you are looking for in a phablet is a high-quality camera and a solid multimedia experience at a low price, then the Desire 816 is certainly an option worth considering. In the time I spent with the phone I reached for my tablet so infrequently that it hasn't been charged in three weeks. You can put this down to the phone's overall usability as a browsing and multimedia device, attributes that strengthen its claims as a replacement for smartphone and tablet. On that basis, the Desire 816 is a perfectly capable phablet at a very reasonable price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/01/2014
100% HTC Desire 816 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is one of the best budget phablets we've seen. With superior performance and battery life to the Samsung Galaxy Mega, the only Android phablet that stands in its way is Samsung's Galaxy Note 3. The Desire 816 may not have the Note 3's Full HD screen, but it does have price on its side. If you don't want to spend roughly £580 SIM free or upwards of £33 per month on a Note 3 contract, the Desire 816 is for you.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% HTC Desire 816 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is one of the best budget phablets we've seen. With superior performance and battery life to the Samsung Galaxy Mega, the only Android phablet that stands in its way is Samsung's Galaxy Note 3. The Desire 816 may not have the Note 3's Full HD screen, but it does have price on its side. If you don't want to spend roughly £580 SIM free or upwards of £33 per month on a Note 3 contract, the Desire 816 is for you.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% HTC Desire 816 Review
Source: Techspot English Archive.org version
Despite some flaws, the Desire 816 is a very capable large-screened smartphone for its decidedly mid-range price. HTC hasn’t skimped on optimization or hardware in a number of departments, resulting in a handset that’s more compelling than what the company has dished up in this market segment in the past. It may be powered by ‘only’ a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 SoC, but the performance around the OS and in games is great, often matching it with the top-end phones. Most of the software found on the One M8 has made the transition as well, so you largely get the same basic experience as HTC’s fantastic flagship.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/07/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 816 Review
Source: Techspot English Archive.org version
Despite some flaws, the Desire 816 is a very capable large-screened smartphone for its decidedly mid-range price. HTC hasn’t skimped on optimization or hardware in a number of departments, resulting in a handset that’s more compelling than what the company has dished up in this market segment in the past. It may be powered by ‘only’ a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 SoC, but the performance around the OS and in games is great, often matching it with the top-end phones. Most of the software found on the One M8 has made the transition as well, so you largely get the same basic experience as HTC’s fantastic flagship.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/07/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Review: HTC Desire 816
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
HTC’s attempt to make a budget phablet doesn’t quite nail it, with a device that doesn’t feel bad, but offers a performance that certainly doesn’t match what you might expect out of it. At a little less than $400, the Desire 816 is a solid choice for anyone keen to have something big and not too expensive, especially with its day-strong battery and nice screen, but if you’re looking for something with more grunt, we’d either look elsewhere or drop down to a smaller size.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 70%
70% Review: HTC Desire 816
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
HTC’s attempt to make a budget phablet doesn’t quite nail it, with a device that doesn’t feel bad, but offers a performance that certainly doesn’t match what you might expect out of it. At a little less than $400, the Desire 816 is a solid choice for anyone keen to have something big and not too expensive, especially with its day-strong battery and nice screen, but if you’re looking for something with more grunt, we’d either look elsewhere or drop down to a smaller size.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 70%
70% HTC Desire 816 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If you want a big phone on a budget there are very few ways to fault the Desire 816. The plastic body is surprisingly attractive, the 720p HD screen and speakers make it a great place to watch video and the overall performance from gaming to camera quality is solid. Our only real gripes are with some of the design decisions, particularly the positioning of the buttons, while the battery life is not in the same league compared to similarly-sized handsets.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
70% HTC Desire 816 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If you want a big phone on a budget there are very few ways to fault the Desire 816. The plastic body is surprisingly attractive, the 720p HD screen and speakers make it a great place to watch video and the overall performance from gaming to camera quality is solid. Our only real gripes are with some of the design decisions, particularly the positioning of the buttons, while the battery life is not in the same league compared to similarly-sized handsets.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
78% The best mid-range phablet from HTC today
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
While we were quite disappointed with the Desire 700, HTC has improved vastly with the 816. With a better price point and way better hardware, the Desire 816 is a great option if you are looking for a mid-ranged phablet. Performance is great in its class, excellent multimedia and camera capabilities and the latest Android update, the Desire 816 is the best option in the mid-to-high range of smartphones.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 78%
78% The best mid-range phablet from HTC today
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
While we were quite disappointed with the Desire 700, HTC has improved vastly with the 816. With a better price point and way better hardware, the Desire 816 is a great option if you are looking for a mid-ranged phablet. Performance is great in its class, excellent multimedia and camera capabilities and the latest Android update, the Desire 816 is the best option in the mid-to-high range of smartphones.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 78%
70% HTC Desire 816 review HTC recommends you gloss regularly
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is definitely worth buying if you're dead set on a larger screen and you don't want to break the bank. The speakers are excellent, and in the right conditions, the camera is also a leader in this category. Performance was surprisingly smooth and stutter-free. For the most part HTC has made compromises in all the right places to ensure that this is still a quality device. If you're willing to spend double the price tag then you'll certainly be able to get a much nicer phone, but it won't be twice as nice.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
70% HTC Desire 816 review HTC recommends you gloss regularly
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 816 is definitely worth buying if you're dead set on a larger screen and you don't want to break the bank. The speakers are excellent, and in the right conditions, the camera is also a leader in this category. Performance was surprisingly smooth and stutter-free. For the most part HTC has made compromises in all the right places to ensure that this is still a quality device. If you're willing to spend double the price tag then you'll certainly be able to get a much nicer phone, but it won't be twice as nice.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
70% HTC Desire 816 Review: The Big Picture
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
After playing with the HTC Desire 816, we really wanted to head outdoors, headphones on, and take photos of all the scenic beauty surrounding us. The best part is that we wouldn't have to worry too much about battery life either. Priced at Rs. 23,990, it is very easy to recommend this phone. It feels premium, and has a far superior camera, battery life, higher internal memory capacity and better performance compared to the Moto G, which feels worth the price difference. If raw performance is the need, we suggest taking a look at the Gioone Elife E7 (review) instead. Any which way, it looks like HTC's efforts are not going completely unnoticed since some reports suggest that the company is forecasting a profitable quarter based on the sales of the One (M8) and the Desire 816.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 60% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
70% HTC Desire 816 Review: The Big Picture
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
After playing with the HTC Desire 816, we really wanted to head outdoors, headphones on, and take photos of all the scenic beauty surrounding us. The best part is that we wouldn't have to worry too much about battery life either. Priced at Rs. 23,990, it is very easy to recommend this phone. It feels premium, and has a far superior camera, battery life, higher internal memory capacity and better performance compared to the Moto G, which feels worth the price difference. If raw performance is the need, we suggest taking a look at the Gioone Elife E7 (review) instead. Any which way, it looks like HTC's efforts are not going completely unnoticed since some reports suggest that the company is forecasting a profitable quarter based on the sales of the One (M8) and the Desire 816.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 60% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
80% HTC Desire 816 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
We like the HTC Desire 816 a lot. If you can sacrifice a few features, are prepared to forego top-end performance, but still want a big screen, it's a real contender for your dosh. It might be worth waiting to try the OnePlus One, but as it stands, this is a front-runner for the best big blower at this price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 816 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
We like the HTC Desire 816 a lot. If you can sacrifice a few features, are prepared to forego top-end performance, but still want a big screen, it's a real contender for your dosh. It might be worth waiting to try the OnePlus One, but as it stands, this is a front-runner for the best big blower at this price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

94% HTC Desire 816
Source: Computer Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 94%
94% HTC Desire 816
Source: Computer Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 94%
96% HTC Desire 816
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 96%
96% HTC Desire 816
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 96%
89% Smartphone-Schnäppchen mit Top-Ausstattung
Source: Focus Online German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 89% features: 95%
89% Smartphone-Schnäppchen mit Top-Ausstattung
Source: Focus Online German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 89% features: 95%
91% Glanz & Größe
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/20/2014
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 70% mobility: 93%
91% Glanz & Größe
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/20/2014
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 70% mobility: 93%
Gute Lautsprecher in zu biegsamen Gehäuse
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: solid phablet; high-quality loudspeaker Negative: deficient workmanship
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/20/2014
Gute Lautsprecher in zu biegsamen Gehäuse
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: solid phablet; high-quality loudspeaker Negative: deficient workmanship
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/20/2014

 

HTC Desire 516

Specifications

HTC Desire 516Notebook: HTC Desire 516
Processor: unknown
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 302
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 960 x 540 pixels
Weight: 0.16kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 516 (Model)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 71.5% - average

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

63% HTC goes affordable, but doesn't impress
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
From a brand that makes some great looking smartphones, we didn’t expect the rote design of the HTC Desire 516. Yes one has to compromise on certain features when we talk about budget smartphones, but a glossy plastic body, a substandard camera and an incomplete UI makes the Desire 516 a shaky effort by HTC.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 63%

Foreign Reviews

80% HTC Desire 516
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 5/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

HTC Desire 616

The HTC Desire 616 is a dual-SIM phone that thrives as a multimedia powerhouse. The design is a trademark of HTC: a block look with simply rounded edges and glossy white or grey back panel. The 5 inch HD720 display definitely delivers the good colors and clarity. The HTC Desire 616's reputation as a media device stems from the hardware; in this case the 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 octa-core processor, 1GB RAM, and a Mali-450MP4 graphics chip.

Though the internal memory is nothing to shout about at a mere 4 GB, users can use a microSD card of up to 32 GB to boosts media storage. The main feature is still the ability to use dual-SIM with a combination of Mini-SIM and Micro-SIM. This allows users to easily change SIMs of different sizes without issues.

The Android 4.2.2 device has an 8 megapixel autofocus rear camera and a secondary 2 megapixel front shooter. Another good addition is the FM radio with RDS capability, which is not even seen in some high-end devices. Battery life is good with a Lithium-ion cell rated at 2000 mAh and this allows a talk time of 14 hours.

Specifications

HTC Desire 616Notebook: HTC Desire 616
Processor: Mediatek MT6592
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-450 MP4
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.15kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 616 (Model)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 65% - average

Average of 2 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Reviews

HTC Desire 616 dual sim: Managing expectations
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 616 dual sim failed to create the same excitement as other HTC phones have in the past. It feels like too many things were compromised - small things here and there adding to a few bigger ones and the end result is something that barely feels like an HTC phone at all. In the end, a lot of our disappointment stems from what we expected from a device with the HTC badge. If you don't go in with high expectations, the Desire 616 dual sim is actually quite competitive in its price range. It can really use a lift to a more recent Android version to improve stability and performance, plus a couple of Sense apps more. But as things stand right now, it's really tough to recommend it in favor of the competition we mentioned above.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/06/2014
60% HTC Desire 616 Dual SIM Review: Trying to Stay Relevant
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
In any case, we cannot recommend the HTC Desire 616 Dual SIM whole-heartedly after our experiences with it when cheaper, better options such as the Motorola Moto G (review) and Asus ZenFone 5 (review) are available right now (in addition to the Mi 3). Moreover, if you don't mind a bigger screen, you might even want to consider the Asus ZenFone 6 (review) at the same price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/25/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 60% workmanship: 60%
70% The Desire goes octa-core
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
The Desire 616 is a good looking handset, and with an octa-core processor it sounds impressive as well. But would you really consider something that provides a similar performance experience which is available on other devices in the same price range? The MediaTek processor isn't super powerful but it does provide enough power to give you a lag free experience on the device. The smartphone does have its ups and downs and there isn't any major feature that would make us recommend this handset to the mass.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/24/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
HTC Desire 616 and One (E8): First Impressions
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
HTC on Friday launched two new Android smartphones in India, the HTC Desire 616 Dual SIM and HTC One (E8) Dual SIM, priced at Rs. 16,900 and Rs. 34,990 respectively. The company has high hopes for the two models, as they are both variations of recently launched popular models. The Desire 616 Dual SIM is the smaller sibling of the HTC Desire 816 (Review | Pictures) while the One (E8) Dual SIM is a low-cost, fashionable variant of the HTC One (M8).
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 07/12/2014

 

HTC Desire 510

The HTC Desire 510 is designed as a smartphone that doesn't break the bank. Despite its low price, the HTC Desire 510 has a few features which makes it stands out, for example 4G LTE and being the first Android phone to ship with a 64 bit processor. The design looks similar to some of the higher end HTC models; all plastic with a single matte finish. However, when held in hand, it feels heavy and thick. This is not surprising since it weighs a rather chunky 158 g and measures 10 mm in thickness. It comes with a 4.7 inch screen with a resolution of 840 x 480 pixels, which is as low as it gets on smartphones these days. While the brightness is good, the display appears rather fuzzy. The HTC Desire 510 stands out by being one of the first budget phone to support the faster 4G LTE network in addition to the usual 3G. The Desire 510 is also notable for switching to a quad core Snapdragon 64 bit processor, although the speed upgrades are not significant. While it comes with 4 GB internal storage, only 0.84 GB is available for use, which makes an external MicroSD card absolutely necessary.

Specifications

HTC Desire 510Notebook: HTC Desire 510
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 306
Display: 4.70 inch, 16:9, 854 x 480 pixels
Weight: 0.158kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 510 (Model)

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Average Score: 69.5% - average

Average of 12 scores (from 18 reviews)

 

Reviews

81% HTC Desire 510 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Up to date, yet inexpensive. The 4.7-inch HTC Smartphone Desire 510 sells for only 200 Euros (~$250) but supports the faster LTE standard despite its low price. We've subjected the Android phone, which is powered by a 64-bit Qualcomm quad-core SoC, to our battery of tests.
60% Review: HTC Desire 510
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
There is no doubt that HTC’s Desire 510 offers up value, with a fast 4G connection at a budget price, but at what cost? The screen on this handset is truly a shocker, and makes using the phone not so much of a joy or even a mediocre experience, but more something you’ll want to put away the first glance you get.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/17/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 50% workmanship: 70%
60% Review: HTC Desire 510
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
There is no doubt that HTC’s Desire 510 offers up value, with a fast 4G connection at a budget price, but at what cost? The screen on this handset is truly a shocker, and makes using the phone not so much of a joy or even a mediocre experience, but more something you’ll want to put away the first glance you get.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/17/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 50% workmanship: 70%
HTC Desire 510 review: Inbetweener
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 510 is the kind of phone that's likely to be in high demand for a good while. Perhaps not the device itself, which will soon start dealing with growing competition, but the very concept of an affordable phone with the fastest network data will make more and more sense as 4G networks extend to even the emerging markets.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2014
HTC Desire 510 review: Inbetweener
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 510 is the kind of phone that's likely to be in high demand for a good while. Perhaps not the device itself, which will soon start dealing with growing competition, but the very concept of an affordable phone with the fastest network data will make more and more sense as 4G networks extend to even the emerging markets.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2014
60% HTC offers speedy 4G connectivity in a budget handset
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
If you just want a phone for taking advantage of the new, super fast 4G network at a low price, then you'll be quite happy with the HTC Desire 510. However, if you want your smartphone to be more than just a portal to the internet, and to watch high definition media and take superb photos, then you'll want to look elsewhere – and probably consider spending a bit more money.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/23/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 60% features: 80% workmanship: 60%
60% HTC offers speedy 4G connectivity in a budget handset
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
If you just want a phone for taking advantage of the new, super fast 4G network at a low price, then you'll be quite happy with the HTC Desire 510. However, if you want your smartphone to be more than just a portal to the internet, and to watch high definition media and take superb photos, then you'll want to look elsewhere – and probably consider spending a bit more money.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/23/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 60% features: 80% workmanship: 60%
65% HTC Desire 510 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
There are two things we outright don't like about the HTC Desire 510, and these happen to be its camera and display. The display is borderline unusable under direct sunlight, and the image looks washed out. A fixed-focus 5MP camera is very unimpressive in 2014, but its quality is absolutely disappointing.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 65%
65% HTC Desire 510 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
There are two things we outright don't like about the HTC Desire 510, and these happen to be its camera and display. The display is borderline unusable under direct sunlight, and the image looks washed out. A fixed-focus 5MP camera is very unimpressive in 2014, but its quality is absolutely disappointing.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 65%
HTC Desire 510 hands-on review: HTC's new budget 4G phone rivals Moto G
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
It's a shame about the screen and the cameras on the HTC Desire 510, because aside from that it's a strong contender in the budget smartphone market. We're looking forward to putting the Desire 510 through some speed test to see how it compares with rivals, though.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/06/2014
HTC Desire 510 hands-on review: HTC's new budget 4G phone rivals Moto G
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
It's a shame about the screen and the cameras on the HTC Desire 510, because aside from that it's a strong contender in the budget smartphone market. We're looking forward to putting the Desire 510 through some speed test to see how it compares with rivals, though.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/06/2014
60% HTC Desire 510
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 510 is the latest phone to offer 4G for cheap, but with some slick LTE rivals like the EE Kestrel and the Motorola Moto G 4G to contend with, the Desire has a lot to prove. We quite like the Desire's design, although it isn't as handy for one-handed use as the Moto and the Kestrel, and the screen and camera are ultimately a little disappointing. Still, some slick performance and excellent battery life make it a handy portable pal, if you're not too bothered about watching video on the move.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 510
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 510 is the latest phone to offer 4G for cheap, but with some slick LTE rivals like the EE Kestrel and the Motorola Moto G 4G to contend with, the Desire has a lot to prove. We quite like the Desire's design, although it isn't as handy for one-handed use as the Moto and the Kestrel, and the screen and camera are ultimately a little disappointing. Still, some slick performance and excellent battery life make it a handy portable pal, if you're not too bothered about watching video on the move.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%

Foreign Reviews

HTC Desire 510
Source: e-media - Heft 07/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/16/2015
HTC Desire 510
Source: e-media - Heft 07/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/16/2015
89% HTC Desire 510
Source: Computer Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 89%
83% HTC Desire 510
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 83% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 86%
89% HTC Desire 510
Source: Computer Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 89%
83% HTC Desire 510
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 83% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 86%

 

HTC Desire 820

In the race to produce the highest powered smartphone, HTC has offered the HTC 820, complete with the world’s first octa core processor. This ultra-high speed processor is actually made up of two quad core processor capable of running 64 bit software. Packed into this mix is a 2 GB RAM enhanced with power saving capabilities. For those photography enthusiasts, there is a stunning 13 MP rear camera and impressive 8 MP front camera enriched with a comprehensive camera app package.

There is a built in memory of 16 GB which can be expanded up to 128 GB. Thus, you can stores tons of pictures, videos and other files. The phone has dual SIM card functionality, meaning you can switch between two telecommunications providers. This is especially handy if you travel a lot between two countries. The dual sim capability also ensures you have continual 4G connectivity despite crossing a border.

There is a HD screen measuring 5.5” with a resolutions of 720 x 1280 that is sufficiently vibrant. It is a slim with a height of 7.74 mm and a width of 78.7 cm, allowing the user's thumb to comfortably reach every corner. For music and movie fans, there is the in house developed HTC BoomSound stereo with crystal clear audio with minimal distortion. If you are looking for unmatched speed in a phone, the HTC 820 is definitely in the answer.

Specifications

HTC Desire 820Notebook: HTC Desire 820
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 405
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.155kg
Price: 329 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 820 (Model)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 80.93% - good

Average of 30 scores (from 50 reviews)

 

Reviews

82% HTC Desire 820 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Pumped up. With the Desire 820, HTC introduces the more powerful successor to the Desire 816. Although equipped with a 64-bit capable Snapdragon 615 processor, the smartphone still runs the older Google Android 4.4.4 KitKat and features a slimmer build as well as a lower price price point.
HTC Desire 820 Smartphone Review
Source: Kitguru English Archive.org version
After a thorough examination, it is safe to say HTC’s Desire 820 did not quite live up to our expectations. Things did not start too well, as for a phone costing £280, we would hope for a higher quality build than the glossy plastic finish the Desire 820 features – the OPPO R5 had a classy steel build, for instance. The phone, too, is over 10mm longer than other 5.5-inch devices.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/30/2015
80% HTC Desire 820 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820's battery life may not be as good as its predecessor, but in every other respect it's easily the superior handset. With its decent screen, excellent performance and capable camera, it's one of the best budget phablets available today. It's a shame it doesn't come with HTC's new Sense 7 interface, instead making do with its predecessor, the slightly old-fashioned looking Sense 6 UI. That said there's a good chance of an update to Sense 7 (and Android 5.0) later this year.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire 820 Smartphone Review
Source: Kitguru English Archive.org version
After a thorough examination, it is safe to say HTC’s Desire 820 did not quite live up to our expectations. Things did not start too well, as for a phone costing £280, we would hope for a higher quality build than the glossy plastic finish the Desire 820 features – the OPPO R5 had a classy steel build, for instance. The phone, too, is over 10mm longer than other 5.5-inch devices.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/30/2015
80% HTC Desire 820 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820's battery life may not be as good as its predecessor, but in every other respect it's easily the superior handset. With its decent screen, excellent performance and capable camera, it's one of the best budget phablets available today. It's a shame it doesn't come with HTC's new Sense 7 interface, instead making do with its predecessor, the slightly old-fashioned looking Sense 6 UI. That said there's a good chance of an update to Sense 7 (and Android 5.0) later this year.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 820 review
Source: Gadgets Now English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 is decent phone with a lot of HTC’s cool software and design flourishes, but it’s hugely undercut by the second generation Moto G, especially now it supports 4G too. Unless that extra half inch of screen matters to you, we’d save our money - even if the Desire 820 looks this good.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 820 review
Source: Gadgets Now English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 is decent phone with a lot of HTC’s cool software and design flourishes, but it’s hugely undercut by the second generation Moto G, especially now it supports 4G too. Unless that extra half inch of screen matters to you, we’d save our money - even if the Desire 820 looks this good.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% HTC Desire 820 review: Mixed performance mid-ranger
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 has plenty to offer: it's a refined day-to-day experience, with the Sense 6 interface offering plenty to set it apart from the competition. And we're sure it will be updated to Android Lollipop at some stage in the future, which will bring a number of benefits, including support for the 64-bit hardware beneath the phone's plastic skin.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire 820 review: Mixed performance mid-ranger
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 has plenty to offer: it's a refined day-to-day experience, with the Sense 6 interface offering plenty to set it apart from the competition. And we're sure it will be updated to Android Lollipop at some stage in the future, which will bring a number of benefits, including support for the 64-bit hardware beneath the phone's plastic skin.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% HTC Desire 820 review: Mixed performance mid-ranger
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 has plenty to offer: it's a refined day-to-day experience, with the Sense 6 interface offering plenty to set it apart from the competition. And we're sure it will be updated to Android Lollipop at some stage in the future, which will bring a number of benefits, including support for the 64-bit hardware beneath the phone's plastic skin.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 820 review: Mixed performance mid-ranger
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 has plenty to offer: it's a refined day-to-day experience, with the Sense 6 interface offering plenty to set it apart from the competition. And we're sure it will be updated to Android Lollipop at some stage in the future, which will bring a number of benefits, including support for the 64-bit hardware beneath the phone's plastic skin.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
5,5 Zoll Smartphone mit 64-Bit-Architektur
Source: APC Mag English Archive.org version
64-Bit-Architektur, 5,5 Zoll Display und eine hochwertige 13-/8-Megapixel-Kameras – das HTC Desire 820 bietet einige Ausstattungsmerkmale, die man ansonsten nur die obersten Smartphone-Gilde findet. Es ist allerdings schade, dass der Power-Prozessor mitunter konterproduktiv ist und sein Potential nicht voll ausspielen kann solange nicht Android 5.0 installiert ist.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/13/2015
5,5 Zoll Smartphone mit 64-Bit-Architektur
Source: APC Mag English Archive.org version
64-Bit-Architektur, 5,5 Zoll Display und eine hochwertige 13-/8-Megapixel-Kameras – das HTC Desire 820 bietet einige Ausstattungsmerkmale, die man ansonsten nur die obersten Smartphone-Gilde findet. Es ist allerdings schade, dass der Power-Prozessor mitunter konterproduktiv ist und sein Potential nicht voll ausspielen kann solange nicht Android 5.0 installiert ist.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/13/2015
70% HTC Desire 820 Review: Several Improvements and One Drawback
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
In almost every way, HTC has improved upon the Desire 816, and created a phone with a more attractive design, stellar camera performance, and more power for handling all kinds of tasks. But all these perks come at a cost - the battery life. If you are planning on buying the Desire 820, we'd suggest purchasing a battery pack along with it.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 80%
70% HTC Desire 820 Review: Several Improvements and One Drawback
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
In almost every way, HTC has improved upon the Desire 816, and created a phone with a more attractive design, stellar camera performance, and more power for handling all kinds of tasks. But all these perks come at a cost - the battery life. If you are planning on buying the Desire 820, we'd suggest purchasing a battery pack along with it.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 80%
HTC Desire 820 & Desire 820 dual SIM review: The doppelganger
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
In a lot of ways the HTC Desire 820 is the natural continuation of the mid-range handset line and can be considered more or less an upgraded version of the Desire 816. It is a solid device on its own, but HTC could have tried a little harder and addressed some of the issues in its predecessor better. HTC has built-up a formidable reputation for offering some of the best-built devices on the market. The Desire 820 definitely looks put together well enough, but the choice of materials is a letdown, perhaps even more than with the Desire 816, and that's plain disappointing.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/20/2015
HTC Desire 820 & Desire 820 dual SIM review: The doppelganger
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
In a lot of ways the HTC Desire 820 is the natural continuation of the mid-range handset line and can be considered more or less an upgraded version of the Desire 816. It is a solid device on its own, but HTC could have tried a little harder and addressed some of the issues in its predecessor better. HTC has built-up a formidable reputation for offering some of the best-built devices on the market. The Desire 820 definitely looks put together well enough, but the choice of materials is a letdown, perhaps even more than with the Desire 816, and that's plain disappointing.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/20/2015
80% The super-powerful selfie phone
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
It is clear that HTC has targeted the Asian market with the HTC Desire 820, an area where big screen handsets have taken off to an extent currently unseen here in the west. In order to keep costs down, this has meant that the screen has taken a resolution cut, maintaining HD status but at the most basic level. This put a downer on my whole experience with the Desire 820, especially having moved from the HTC One, a phone with a higher resolution and smaller screen. My initial concerns that the screen would be too big were soon wiped away; it doesn't take long to become accustomed to a handset of this size.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 70% workmanship: 70%
80% The super-powerful selfie phone
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
It is clear that HTC has targeted the Asian market with the HTC Desire 820, an area where big screen handsets have taken off to an extent currently unseen here in the west. In order to keep costs down, this has meant that the screen has taken a resolution cut, maintaining HD status but at the most basic level. This put a downer on my whole experience with the Desire 820, especially having moved from the HTC One, a phone with a higher resolution and smaller screen. My initial concerns that the screen would be too big were soon wiped away; it doesn't take long to become accustomed to a handset of this size.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 70% workmanship: 70%
HTC Desire 820 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
Our feelings about the HTC Desire 820 are favorable for the most part, which isn’t too shocking taking into account how the Desire 816 turned out. At the end of the day, the Desire 820 stands prominently amongst the mid-range market for its balanced qualities. Obviously, the piece of silicon that’s under the hood is arguably its most outstanding attribute, but there’s so much else to like about the handset. For one, its fun and lively design is a tantalizing change of scenery from the otherwise boring, plastic constructed slates we’re constantly bombarded with.If you’re to look online, you can snag the HTC Desire 820 from a variety of online sources for about $475 (without contract).
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/20/2014
HTC Desire 820 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
Our feelings about the HTC Desire 820 are favorable for the most part, which isn’t too shocking taking into account how the Desire 816 turned out. At the end of the day, the Desire 820 stands prominently amongst the mid-range market for its balanced qualities. Obviously, the piece of silicon that’s under the hood is arguably its most outstanding attribute, but there’s so much else to like about the handset. For one, its fun and lively design is a tantalizing change of scenery from the otherwise boring, plastic constructed slates we’re constantly bombarded with.If you’re to look online, you can snag the HTC Desire 820 from a variety of online sources for about $475 (without contract).
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/20/2014
HTC Desire 820: Hands On With the New 64-Bit Octa-Core Smartphone
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 is an incremental upgrade to the Desire 816. It will be quite impressive for a mid-range phone if priced between Rs. 25,000 and 30,000. The company has announced that it will go on sale in early November, and the price will only be known then. We will wait for the price to be confirmed before making any comments about value for money.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/24/2014
HTC Desire 820: Hands On With the New 64-Bit Octa-Core Smartphone
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820 is an incremental upgrade to the Desire 816. It will be quite impressive for a mid-range phone if priced between Rs. 25,000 and 30,000. The company has announced that it will go on sale in early November, and the price will only be known then. We will wait for the price to be confirmed before making any comments about value for money.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/24/2014
HTC Desire 820 hands-on review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
The Desire 820 is an attractive, well made (albeit slippery) handset, cherry-picking useful features from the One (M8) including its front-facing speakers, Sense 6.0 software, and Dot View case.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/07/2014
HTC Desire 820 hands-on review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
The Desire 820 is an attractive, well made (albeit slippery) handset, cherry-picking useful features from the One (M8) including its front-facing speakers, Sense 6.0 software, and Dot View case.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/07/2014
HTC Desire 820 hands-on review: Mid-range Android smartphone comes with Octa-core 64-bit processor
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
We're waiting for an official UK price but we can predict the Desire 820 will cost around £300 and that's pretty good for a nice looking albeit plastic smartphone with a 13Mp rear camera and a 64-bit Octa-core processor ready for Android L. Look out for a full review soon.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/06/2014
HTC Desire 820 hands-on review: Mid-range Android smartphone comes with Octa-core 64-bit processor
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
We're waiting for an official UK price but we can predict the Desire 820 will cost around £300 and that's pretty good for a nice looking albeit plastic smartphone with a 13Mp rear camera and a 64-bit Octa-core processor ready for Android L. Look out for a full review soon.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/06/2014

Foreign Reviews

91% HTC Desire 820
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 4/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 91%
91% HTC Desire 820
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 4/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 91%
91% HTC Desire 820
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 91%
91% HTC Desire 820
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 91%
83% HTC Desire 820
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% HTC Desire 820
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 83%
78% Groß, billig und gut?
Source: Tabtech German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2015
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
78% Groß, billig und gut?
Source: Tabtech German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2015
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
92% Das Mittelklasse Smartphone von HTC mit 64Bit Octacore
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/12/2015
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
92% Das Mittelklasse Smartphone von HTC mit 64Bit Octacore
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/12/2015
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
83% HTC Desire 820
Source: Connect - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% HTC Desire 820
Source: Connect - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 83%
HTC Desire 820
Source: Pocket Navigation German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/25/2015
HTC Desire 820
Source: Pocket Navigation German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/25/2015
91% Bitte ein 64-Bit
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 71% mobility: 93%
91% Bitte ein 64-Bit
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 71% mobility: 93%
80% HTC Desire 820
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire 820
Source: Area DVD - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
80% HTC Desire 820
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire 820
Source: Area DVD - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
HTC Desire 820
Source: Mobi-Test - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
HTC Desire 820
Source: Mobi-Test - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
65% Recenzja HTC Desire 820: Nieprędko do lamusa
Source: Teleguru Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/12/2017
Rating: Total score: 65% display: 70% mobility: 60% workmanship: 70%
65% Recenzja HTC Desire 820: Nieprędko do lamusa
Source: Teleguru Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/12/2017
Rating: Total score: 65% display: 70% mobility: 60% workmanship: 70%

 

HTC Desire EYE

The HTC Desire EYE is a mobile phone especially made for the most avid selfie-takers. It features not one, but two 13 MP cameras, one in the front and one in the rear. If that is not enough, each of these camera comes with their own powerful sensor, the rear camera has a f2.0 BSI, while the front camera has an f2.2 BSI sensor.

Both cameras feature wide angle lenses, a 28 mm in the rear camera and 22 mm in the front. They can take HDR pictures, and record in HD. The phone also comes with dual LED or dual tone flash and auto-focus with zooming capabilities. The HTC Desire EYE comes packed with various software and apps guaranteed to satisfy any ardent selfie fan. Foremost of these is the Auto Selfie, whereby the front camera can take pictures without the click of any button after it has focused and the camera is held still for 2 seconds.

It measures in at 151.7 x 73.8 x 8.5mm. With IPX7 rating, it can resist water of up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. The HTC Desire Eye also boasts of a 5.2-inch full-HD LCD display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage expandable via microSD card (up to 128 GB). It is powered by a 2400 mAh lithium polymer battery. As a common practice for all HTC phones these days, the Desire EYE also features front-facing stereo speakers with HTC BoomSound technology.

Specifications

HTC Desire EYENotebook: HTC Desire EYE
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AB
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 330
Display: 5.20 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.152kg
Price: 529 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire EYE (Model)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 82.37% - good

Average of 38 scores (from 68 reviews)

 

Reviews

87% HTC Desire Eye Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Selfie show-off. HTC expands its product line around its One M8 flagship and now has a smartphone with high-performance hardware dubbed Desire EYE. It is primarily aimed at selfie fans in view of a high-resolution front-facing camera. The lens promises decent pics with 13 MP and a dual-LED flash, and it is in fact quite compelling. An IP certification rounds off the total package.
80% HTC Desire Eye smartphone review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
The Desire Eye does have its flaws, chiefly the previous generation Android version, average battery and hazy camera focus, but there is a lot to like about it. The Desire Eye features a robust design and decent screen, and above average performance when you consider its £400 price tag. Considering the lack of decent options available at the same price in the Android ecosystem at the moment, the Desire Eye is a solid option for any buyer looking for a decent mid-tier handset.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire Eye smartphone review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
The Desire Eye does have its flaws, chiefly the previous generation Android version, average battery and hazy camera focus, but there is a lot to like about it. The Desire Eye features a robust design and decent screen, and above average performance when you consider its £400 price tag. Considering the lack of decent options available at the same price in the Android ecosystem at the moment, the Desire Eye is a solid option for any buyer looking for a decent mid-tier handset.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire Eye Review: For the Selfie-Obsessed
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
Priced at Rs. 35,990, the HTC Desire Eye finds itself competing with its own brethren, the HTC One (E8) (Review) and the HTC One (M8 Eye) (Review | Pictures). Design-wise, the Desire Eye dares to do something different and succeeds. In fact, we'd go as far as to say that quite a few people will find this phone better looking than the other two, which are both modelled around the HTC One (M8).
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 60% workmanship: 90%
80% HTC Desire Eye Review: For the Selfie-Obsessed
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
Priced at Rs. 35,990, the HTC Desire Eye finds itself competing with its own brethren, the HTC One (E8) (Review) and the HTC One (M8 Eye) (Review | Pictures). Design-wise, the Desire Eye dares to do something different and succeeds. In fact, we'd go as far as to say that quite a few people will find this phone better looking than the other two, which are both modelled around the HTC One (M8).
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 60% workmanship: 90%
HTC Desire Eye: The Android superior selfie shooter
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Highly competent. That is simply what the Desire Eye is. Photographically well endowed at both front and back, waterproof, reasonably affordable, well made, robust and blessed with a very nice display. It’s a hard device not to like unless you absolutely must have a removable battery.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2015
HTC Desire Eye: The Android superior selfie shooter
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Highly competent. That is simply what the Desire Eye is. Photographically well endowed at both front and back, waterproof, reasonably affordable, well made, robust and blessed with a very nice display. It’s a hard device not to like unless you absolutely must have a removable battery.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2015
80% More than what meets the eye
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
The Desire Eye is again a superb looking smartphone from HTC which is as powerful as their flagship device, the One (M8). It is also a selfie centric handset offering a front 13MP camera with a dual-tone LED flash and even a rear 13MP camera which both can take great pictures. It is defintely highly priced, making it sit with HTC's other flagship devices, which is slightly confusing, but gives the consumer an option for a slightly larger device.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/02/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% More than what meets the eye
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
The Desire Eye is again a superb looking smartphone from HTC which is as powerful as their flagship device, the One (M8). It is also a selfie centric handset offering a front 13MP camera with a dual-tone LED flash and even a rear 13MP camera which both can take great pictures. It is defintely highly priced, making it sit with HTC's other flagship devices, which is slightly confusing, but gives the consumer an option for a slightly larger device.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/02/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: Under KG English Archive.org version
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/24/2014
HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: Under KG English Archive.org version
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/24/2014
80% HTC Desire Eye review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
Were it not for the current crop of absolutely beltingly brilliant phones that are now available for similar or less (we’re looking at you, Moto X and LG G3) the Desire Eye would be getting the full five stars. As it is, we’re looking at a very capable, very likeable four starrer that should be promoted to first choice by those who really love a selfie.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 80% workmanship: 90%
80% HTC Desire Eye Review: Super Selfie Camera
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
Thanks to the beautiful selfies the HTC Desire Eye churns out, you're bound to become the most popular photographer in your social circle. In addition to its strong camera quality, the Desire Eye packs a vibrant display, booming speakers and capable performance in a sleek, fun body. Although I wish the phone offered more juice for longer-lasting photo sessions, those who live through their portraits will love the Desire Eye.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire Eye review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
Were it not for the current crop of absolutely beltingly brilliant phones that are now available for similar or less (we’re looking at you, Moto X and LG G3) the Desire Eye would be getting the full five stars. As it is, we’re looking at a very capable, very likeable four starrer that should be promoted to first choice by those who really love a selfie.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 80% workmanship: 90%
80% HTC Desire Eye Review: Super Selfie Camera
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
Thanks to the beautiful selfies the HTC Desire Eye churns out, you're bound to become the most popular photographer in your social circle. In addition to its strong camera quality, the Desire Eye packs a vibrant display, booming speakers and capable performance in a sleek, fun body. Although I wish the phone offered more juice for longer-lasting photo sessions, those who live through their portraits will love the Desire Eye.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
83% HTC Desire EYE review
Source: Cool Smartphone English Archive.org version
I spent a number of weeks with the HTC Desire Eye and had a very enjoyable time using the large screen for watching videos and browsing the internet. I also loved the design with materials used and the red/white combination also looks really cool. Then came the part which let me down… at least in what I was expecting. The standout feature -the camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/16/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 75% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
83% HTC Desire EYE review
Source: Cool Smartphone English Archive.org version
I spent a number of weeks with the HTC Desire Eye and had a very enjoyable time using the large screen for watching videos and browsing the internet. I also loved the design with materials used and the red/white combination also looks really cool. Then came the part which let me down… at least in what I was expecting. The standout feature -the camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/16/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 75% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
70% HTC Desire Eye review: A fine phone that should be a little cheaper
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
As such, the phone sits in an awkward limbo between mid-range and high-end handsets. If you’ve already budgeted $150 for a phone, another $50 opens you up to a much bigger range of options. The $50 to $100 landscape is much more barren, and the Desire Eye could be a champion in that territory. Banking on an eventual price drop might not be a bad idea.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire Eye review: A fine phone that should be a little cheaper
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
As such, the phone sits in an awkward limbo between mid-range and high-end handsets. If you’ve already budgeted $150 for a phone, another $50 opens you up to a much bigger range of options. The $50 to $100 landscape is much more barren, and the Desire Eye could be a champion in that territory. Banking on an eventual price drop might not be a bad idea.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire Eye review: A fine phone that should be a little cheaper
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
As such, the phone sits in an awkward limbo between mid-range and high-end handsets. If you’ve already budgeted $150 for a phone, another $50 opens you up to a much bigger range of options. The $50 to $100 landscape is much more barren, and the Desire Eye could be a champion in that territory. Banking on an eventual price drop might not be a bad idea.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire Eye review: A fine phone that should be a little cheaper
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
As such, the phone sits in an awkward limbo between mid-range and high-end handsets. If you’ve already budgeted $150 for a phone, another $50 opens you up to a much bigger range of options. The $50 to $100 landscape is much more barren, and the Desire Eye could be a champion in that territory. Banking on an eventual price drop might not be a bad idea.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
HTC Desire EYE Quick Review
Source: Droid-Life English Archive.org version
The Desire EYE has quite a bit going for it. If you are a selfie machine, then the 13MP front-facing camera should treat you very well. Your Snapchat followers will love you. In addition, for the $150 on-contract price, you are getting a great spec list, as well as a very well made device. If you carry this phone around with you, there is no doubt you will get a few compliments from strangers, as I know I got a few at my local drinking hole.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/12/2014
HTC Desire EYE Quick Review
Source: Droid-Life English Archive.org version
The Desire EYE has quite a bit going for it. If you are a selfie machine, then the 13MP front-facing camera should treat you very well. Your Snapchat followers will love you. In addition, for the $150 on-contract price, you are getting a great spec list, as well as a very well made device. If you carry this phone around with you, there is no doubt you will get a few compliments from strangers, as I know I got a few at my local drinking hole.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/12/2014
84% HTC Desire Eye review: midrange name, flagship performance
Source: Pocketnow English Archive.org version
It’s hard to beat the Eye’s dual high-res cameras. Throw in some cool design elements like those now-hidden BoomSound speakers and some attractive color options, and the Desire Eye finds itself becoming HTC’s most giftable handset this holiday season.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 60% features: 87% mobility: 80%
84% HTC Desire Eye review: midrange name, flagship performance
Source: Pocketnow English Archive.org version
It’s hard to beat the Eye’s dual high-res cameras. Throw in some cool design elements like those now-hidden BoomSound speakers and some attractive color options, and the Desire Eye finds itself becoming HTC’s most giftable handset this holiday season.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 60% features: 87% mobility: 80%
HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
Even though the EYE doesn’t come with a premium metal body, it’s still quite a rigid device. By the looks of it, the Desire EYE is designed for the selfie crowd that doesn’t want to compromise on performance, and likes to have fun snapping 13MP stills even when at the beach or water parks. It’s thin, big, lightweight, fast, quite a photographer and doesn’t mind taking a dive.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/30/2014
HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
Even though the EYE doesn’t come with a premium metal body, it’s still quite a rigid device. By the looks of it, the Desire EYE is designed for the selfie crowd that doesn’t want to compromise on performance, and likes to have fun snapping 13MP stills even when at the beach or water parks. It’s thin, big, lightweight, fast, quite a photographer and doesn’t mind taking a dive.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/30/2014
80% The ultimate selfie-phone?
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Rather than pushing the camera features, HTC should have focused on the fact they've crafted a handset with great build quality and specifications approaching most flagship phones. The front-facing camera doesn't cope as well in low light as the HTC One M8 or the iPhone 6. But then the polycarbonate casing looks good, the phone won't break if you drop it in a sink full of water and it's not as expensive as the flagships.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/25/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
80% The ultimate selfie-phone?
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Rather than pushing the camera features, HTC should have focused on the fact they've crafted a handset with great build quality and specifications approaching most flagship phones. The front-facing camera doesn't cope as well in low light as the HTC One M8 or the iPhone 6. But then the polycarbonate casing looks good, the phone won't break if you drop it in a sink full of water and it's not as expensive as the flagships.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/25/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
HTC Desire Eye review: Undercover flagship
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
HTC Desire Eye is the most capable smartphone the Taiwanese manufacturer has to offer. Only its Desire moniker, the plastic body, and the smaller marketing budget prevent the newcomer from taking the HTC One (M8) spot as the company's Android flagship smartphone in the second half of 2014. We believe that many will find the capable duo of 13MP cameras and the IPX7 rating that HTC Desire Eye has to offer are well worth it over the metal body of the M8. The argument is especially valid for those who are into selfies.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/24/2014
HTC Desire Eye review: Undercover flagship
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
HTC Desire Eye is the most capable smartphone the Taiwanese manufacturer has to offer. Only its Desire moniker, the plastic body, and the smaller marketing budget prevent the newcomer from taking the HTC One (M8) spot as the company's Android flagship smartphone in the second half of 2014. We believe that many will find the capable duo of 13MP cameras and the IPX7 rating that HTC Desire Eye has to offer are well worth it over the metal body of the M8. The argument is especially valid for those who are into selfies.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/24/2014
HTC Desire Eye Review: Welcome to the (selfie) machine
Source: Androidcommunity.com English Archive.org version
The Desire Eye is a really good phone, and could put HTC on the "upper-tier-but-still-mid-range" map. I hope it does, too. Of all the mid-range devices around, the Desire Eye is the one that will find a dedicated audience. Unless you’re going to buy an HTC One (M8) or LG G3, the Desire Eye is worth a hard look.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/22/2014
HTC Desire Eye Review: Welcome to the (selfie) machine
Source: Androidcommunity.com English Archive.org version
The Desire Eye is a really good phone, and could put HTC on the "upper-tier-but-still-mid-range" map. I hope it does, too. Of all the mid-range devices around, the Desire Eye is the one that will find a dedicated audience. Unless you’re going to buy an HTC One (M8) or LG G3, the Desire Eye is worth a hard look.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/22/2014
80% HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
There you have it, all the good and the bad about the Desire EYE, HTC's selfie-centric handset. The device will most probably be priced as much as an HTC One (M8), which will pit it against many other devices that sit higher in the food chain. In spite of this, the HTC Desire EYE is arguably the best selfie-centric device out there – it has the upper hand when compared with other selfie-centric phones (the Sony Xperia C3, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, and the Nokia Lumia 730). The phone will have a tough time competing with other upper mid-range and lower high-end handsets. Although it's not as premium as HTC's current flagship, the Desire EYE might be regarded as a viable alternative to the One (M8), especially with those users who highly value their selfie game.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
There you have it, all the good and the bad about the Desire EYE, HTC's selfie-centric handset. The device will most probably be priced as much as an HTC One (M8), which will pit it against many other devices that sit higher in the food chain. In spite of this, the HTC Desire EYE is arguably the best selfie-centric device out there – it has the upper hand when compared with other selfie-centric phones (the Sony Xperia C3, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, and the Nokia Lumia 730). The phone will have a tough time competing with other upper mid-range and lower high-end handsets. Although it's not as premium as HTC's current flagship, the Desire EYE might be regarded as a viable alternative to the One (M8), especially with those users who highly value their selfie game.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
It takes the best selfies ever, but it's a big mistake to write off the HTC Desire Eye as simply The Selfie Smartphone. It's a strong choice for anyone looking for a solid midrange Android phone. It offers smooth performance and boisterous speakers and a full HD screen in a slick design. While it's not as powerful or as long-lasting as the HTC One M8 or the Samsung Galaxy S5, it holds its own against them as a slightly cheaper alternative.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
It takes the best selfies ever, but it's a big mistake to write off the HTC Desire Eye as simply The Selfie Smartphone. It's a strong choice for anyone looking for a solid midrange Android phone. It offers smooth performance and boisterous speakers and a full HD screen in a slick design. While it's not as powerful or as long-lasting as the HTC One M8 or the Samsung Galaxy S5, it holds its own against them as a slightly cheaper alternative.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
90% HTC Desire Eye review: A real eye-opener
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire Eye is a great phone despite the twin 13MP cameras rather than because of them. We daresay that this handset, with these internal specs, in this body, at a price of around £350, but with a front-facing UltraPixel sensor would be just as appealing. Perhaps the biggest downside is the relatively low capacity battery, which compared to something like the Xperia Z3, doesn't offer the greatest endurance around and is about the only nod to mid-tier compromise that the Desire name brings.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
HTC Desire Eye review: Come for the selfies, stay for everything else
Source: Gizmag English Archive.org version
If you're anything like me, the mere mention of "selfie phone" will be enough to make you run for the hills. But HTC's new Desire Eye is the rare novelty phone that backs up its niche focus with a damn good overall experience. Read on, for Gizmag's quick review.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/18/2014
90% HTC Desire Eye review: A real eye-opener
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire Eye is a great phone despite the twin 13MP cameras rather than because of them. We daresay that this handset, with these internal specs, in this body, at a price of around £350, but with a front-facing UltraPixel sensor would be just as appealing. Perhaps the biggest downside is the relatively low capacity battery, which compared to something like the Xperia Z3, doesn't offer the greatest endurance around and is about the only nod to mid-tier compromise that the Desire name brings.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
HTC Desire Eye review: Come for the selfies, stay for everything else
Source: Gizmag English Archive.org version
If you're anything like me, the mere mention of "selfie phone" will be enough to make you run for the hills. But HTC's new Desire Eye is the rare novelty phone that backs up its niche focus with a damn good overall experience. Read on, for Gizmag's quick review.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/18/2014
90% HTC Desire EYE review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire EYE is a selfie-lover’s dream, but it’s the rest of the phone that surprised us. The performance is at flagship level, it’s water resistant and the design is, in the large part, solid. There isn’t another phone that directly compares. The OnePlus One costs a fair bit less and comes with a reasonable 5-megapixel front-facing camera. That phone is hard to get, though, as supply is limited. Another alternative is the slightly cheaper Nokia Lumia 830, but the front camera isn't as good and it's not as much fun to use because of middling performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/11/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 80% workmanship: 80%
90% HTC Desire EYE review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire EYE is a selfie-lover’s dream, but it’s the rest of the phone that surprised us. The performance is at flagship level, it’s water resistant and the design is, in the large part, solid. There isn’t another phone that directly compares. The OnePlus One costs a fair bit less and comes with a reasonable 5-megapixel front-facing camera. That phone is hard to get, though, as supply is limited. Another alternative is the slightly cheaper Nokia Lumia 830, but the front camera isn't as good and it's not as much fun to use because of middling performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/11/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 80% workmanship: 80%
HTC Desire Eye vs Nokia Lumia 735 comparison: What's the best smartphone for selfies?
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
We don't need to tell you that the HTC Desire Eye is the better phone in this comparison. Of course it is. After all, it's nearly twice the price of the Lumia 735. In its screen, in its hardware, in its storage, in fact in every category the HTC beats the Nokia. But while the HTC clearly has the better selfie camera tech, you could argue that Nokia's selfie software is easier to use without going too far and, given the lower price, we reckon it'll be more appealing to its target market. Both phones, though, will help you take a much better selfie.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/06/2014
HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire EYE is a unique proposition. The HTC design team have created a device that kind of, sort of, ALMOST beats out the company's most heroic device of the year. The specifications on the EYE trump the HTC One M8 in several places. The look is different and - for those that don't love metal - a pleasing alternative take.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/06/2014
HTC Desire Eye vs Nokia Lumia 735 comparison: What's the best smartphone for selfies?
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
We don't need to tell you that the HTC Desire Eye is the better phone in this comparison. Of course it is. After all, it's nearly twice the price of the Lumia 735. In its screen, in its hardware, in its storage, in fact in every category the HTC beats the Nokia. But while the HTC clearly has the better selfie camera tech, you could argue that Nokia's selfie software is easier to use without going too far and, given the lower price, we reckon it'll be more appealing to its target market. Both phones, though, will help you take a much better selfie.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/06/2014
HTC Desire EYE Review
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire EYE is a unique proposition. The HTC design team have created a device that kind of, sort of, ALMOST beats out the company's most heroic device of the year. The specifications on the EYE trump the HTC One M8 in several places. The look is different and - for those that don't love metal - a pleasing alternative take.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/06/2014
80% HTC Desire Eye Review: In Depth
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
I really, really like the HTC Desire Eye, and I’m not even a fan of selfies, unless I’m a bit tipsy. Take or leave that 13-megapixel front facer, because the rest of the phone is a joy. Between the solid performance, uber-long battery life, spacious HD screen and likeable waterproof design, the Desire Eye is a bloody great all-round portable pal.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire Eye Review: In Depth
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
I really, really like the HTC Desire Eye, and I’m not even a fan of selfies, unless I’m a bit tipsy. Take or leave that 13-megapixel front facer, because the rest of the phone is a joy. Between the solid performance, uber-long battery life, spacious HD screen and likeable waterproof design, the Desire Eye is a bloody great all-round portable pal.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire Eye vs Nokia Lumia 735 comparison: What's the best smartphone for selfies?
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
We don't need to tell you that the HTC Desire Eye is the better phone in this comparison. Of course it is. After all, while we might not know the exact UK pricing, we expect the Desire Eye to be around double the price of the Nokia Lumia 735. In its screen, in its hardware, in its storage, in fact in every category the HTC beats the Nokia - except one: selfies. While the HTC has the better selfie camera tech, we think the Nokia has the better selfie software and, given the lower price, we reckon it'll be more appealing to its target market.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 10/20/2014
HTC Desire Eye vs Nokia Lumia 735 comparison: What's the best smartphone for selfies?
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
We don't need to tell you that the HTC Desire Eye is the better phone in this comparison. Of course it is. After all, while we might not know the exact UK pricing, we expect the Desire Eye to be around double the price of the Nokia Lumia 735. In its screen, in its hardware, in its storage, in fact in every category the HTC beats the Nokia - except one: selfies. While the HTC has the better selfie camera tech, we think the Nokia has the better selfie software and, given the lower price, we reckon it'll be more appealing to its target market.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 10/20/2014
HTC Desire Eye hands-on: First look
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
Other manufacturers have tried to chip in the selfie craze but most attempts we've seen have been halfhearted, some don't even go up to 5MP and almost none have a front-facing flash (electing to use the screen as a source of light instead). Last year Oppo introduced the N1 with a rotating 13MP camera with a dual-LED flash that services both regular and selfie photos but the phone never quite took off in Europe and the US.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/08/2014
HTC Desire Eye hands-on: First look
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
Other manufacturers have tried to chip in the selfie craze but most attempts we've seen have been halfhearted, some don't even go up to 5MP and almost none have a front-facing flash (electing to use the screen as a source of light instead). Last year Oppo introduced the N1 with a rotating 13MP camera with a dual-LED flash that services both regular and selfie photos but the phone never quite took off in Europe and the US.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/08/2014

Foreign Reviews

94% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 94%
94% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 3/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 94%
Phablet mit Luxus-Frontkamera
Source: Area DVD German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/23/2014
Phablet mit Luxus-Frontkamera
Source: Area DVD German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/23/2014
HTC Desire EYE
Source: Allround-PC.com German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/18/2014
HTC Desire EYE
Source: Allround-PC.com German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/18/2014
80% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 1/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire Eye
Source: Area DVD - Heft 1/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2014
80% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 1/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
HTC Desire Eye
Source: Area DVD - Heft 1/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2014
94% Selfie im Visier
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 94% price: 60% mobility: 93%
94% Selfie im Visier
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 94% price: 60% mobility: 93%
100% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Connect - Heft 12/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 11/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% HTC Desire Eye
Source: Connect - Heft 12/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 11/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
HTC Desire Eye
Source: e-media - Heft 22/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/16/2014
HTC Desire Eye
Source: e-media - Heft 22/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/16/2014

 

HTC Desire 816G

Specifications

HTC Desire 816GNotebook: HTC Desire 816G
Processor: Mediatek MT6582
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-400 MP2
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.158kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 816G (Model)

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Average Score: 60% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

60% HTC Desire 816G Review: Fails to Recreate the Magic
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
HTC had priced the phone at Rs. 18,990 at its launch (which wasn't too long ago), but it is already available at a discounted price of around Rs. 17,000. We think even this asking price is a little on the high side. This device takes the really good formula of the HTC Desire 816 - big screen, decent specifications and a great camera - and reduces it to something we really cannot be as enthusiastic about. Why would anyone want to buy the Desire 816G? We really don't have an answer.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 50% performance: 60% display: 70% mobility: 60% workmanship: 70%

 

HTC Desire 620

Specifications

HTC Desire 620Notebook: HTC Desire 620
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 306
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.16kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 620 (Model)

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Average Score: 66.67% - average

Average of 3 scores (from 5 reviews)

 

Reviews

60% HTC Desire 620 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 620 may be much better made than last year's model, but sadly it's a clear step down in almost every other category. It has a decent camera, but there are plenty of cheaper phones which are much better value, such as Motorola's 2nd Gen Moto G and even the newly announced 2nd Gen Moto E.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% HTC Desire 620 Review: In Depth
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
For around £170, the HTC Desire 620 offers decent enough value. The design may look and feel cheap but everyday battery life is excellent and the HD screen keeps things sharp, while we’re still fans of HTC Sense. Thanks to Three.co.uk for providing the review handset. Check out Three for hot deals on the Desire 620 and other HTC handsets.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/26/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
HTC Desire 620 Review
Source: Under KG English Archive.org version
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/03/2015
70% HTC Desire 620 review: Mid-range smartphone gives Moto G a run for its money
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 620 is a good mid-range smartphone that is well-priced if you find it for £170. That's around £20 more than the Moto G, but you'll get front-facing speakers, a better front-facing camera, a slightly speedier processor and 4G LTE for that extra cash. The graphics performance is disappointing, though, and we'd have liked to see HTC slim down the bezels and overall design of the smartphone, but we'd suggest that if you're looking for a smartphone in the mid-range category, the Desire 620 is well-worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/26/2015
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 70% features: 70% workmanship: 70%
Hands on: HTC Desire 620 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 620 has built on the work of its predecessor and become exactly what the Desire 610 wanted to be - and probably should have been. HTC has created a substantial mid-ranger with some good specs and power behind it but the competition in his market is looking tougher and tougher each iteration.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2015

 

HTC Desire 820s

Specifications

HTC Desire 820sNotebook: HTC Desire 820s
Processor: Mediatek MT6752
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-T760 MP2
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1270 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.155kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 820s (Model)

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Average Score: 77% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

74% Desirable but not desirable enough
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820s is not a performance beast nor the lazy non-performer, it settles itself for somewhere in between. It is a good combination of features which make it a considerable choice over a few but still lacks the overalls to be unequivocally recommended without an ‘if’ clause.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/13/2015
Rating: Total score: 74%
80% HTC Desire 820s Review: New Brains in the Same Body
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 820s may not necessarily be the best smartphone in this price bracket, but it's still an impressive device that looks good, feels nice and performs great. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a mid-range smartphone, especially those who don't want to deal with the headaches of flash sales and invite-only purchase systems. It's a solid device that you can buy without any worries right now, and one that will serve you well.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/30/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%

 

HTC Desire 826

Specifications

HTC Desire 826Notebook: HTC Desire 826
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 405
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.183kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 826 (Model)

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Average Score: 69% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

69% HTC Desire 826 Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
HTC's Desire range of phones have never been market leaders. They have always been an option in each category they compete in and that is not going to change with the HTC Desire 826. It has good specs on paper but scores just below our expectations in every aspect except the display.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/28/2015
Rating: Total score: 69%

 

HTC Desire 626G dual sim

Specifications

HTC Desire 626G dual simNotebook: HTC Desire 626G dual sim
Processor: Mediatek MT6592
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-450 MP4
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.137kg
Price: 279 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Reviews

83% HTC Desire 626G Dual SIM Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Double pack. The dual-colored HTC Desire 626G Dual SIM has two SIM slots and a high performance octa-core SoC from Mediatek that clocks at 1.7 GHz. The street price of approximately 230 Euros (~$250) also includes a bright 5-inch HD screen, UMTS, and a high-resolution camera module. 8 GB of internal storage and 1 GB of RAM rounds off the bundle.
HTC Desire 626 Dual SIM Review
Source: Fone Arena English Archive.org version
HTC Desire for a price of Rs. 14,990 is really not worth purchasing. The smartphone performance is average but the biggest flaw is that it runs dated Android 4.4 Kitkat OS, when everyone else in competition is either offering Android 5.1 Lollipop or 6.0 Marshmallow out-of-the-box. Furthermore, the 2000mAh battery disappoints the most and it will not even last 3 hours for a power user or a gamer. So if you are looking for smartphone under Rs. 15,000 and under Rs. 10,000 then check on the links respectively.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/05/2016
HTC Desire 626 Dual SIM Review
Source: Fone Arena English Archive.org version
HTC Desire for a price of Rs. 14,990 is really not worth purchasing. The smartphone performance is average but the biggest flaw is that it runs dated Android 4.4 Kitkat OS, when everyone else in competition is either offering Android 5.1 Lollipop or 6.0 Marshmallow out-of-the-box. Furthermore, the 2000mAh battery disappoints the most and it will not even last 3 hours for a power user or a gamer. So if you are looking for smartphone under Rs. 15,000 and under Rs. 10,000 then check on the links respectively.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/05/2016

 

HTC Desire 626

With the mix and match options, the trendy HTC Desire 626 is available in many colors. The dual colored device, which feels solid in hand, features capable hardware and a simplistic design. Users accustomed to the HTC brand will feel right at home, since it resembles most modern HTC smartphones. The 140 g device comes with an immersive 5 inch HD 720p Super LCD display that produces good colors. The Android 4.4.4 KitKat system houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 quad core @1,1 GHz, which delivers good performance for the buck. There are 1.5 GB of RAM, 16 GB internal storage and micro SD support up to 200 GB. The HTC Desire 626 comes with an 8 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front camera. Both cameras produce sharp, high quality images. Other features on the smartphone are Bluetooth 4.0, A-GPS, micoUSB 2.0 and a solid loudspeaker with good sound quality. Battery life on the HTC Desire 626 is impressive with up to 20 hours talk time thanks to the 200 mAh Lithium Ion battery and optimized device architecture. Users that require a smartphone with modern connectivity features, but do not want to spend too much can certainly consider the HTC Desire 626 as an option.

Specifications

HTC Desire 626Notebook: HTC Desire 626
Processor: unknown
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 306
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.14kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 626 (Model)

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Average Score: 63.93% - average

Average of 14 scores (from 18 reviews)

 

Reviews

60% HTC Desire 626
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 626 isn’t the worst mid-range device we’ve reviewed, but it equally isn’t the best either. In fact, the majority of sub-£250 devices eclipse it, including the Moto G, which is probably the best all-rounder at this price level. The camera may not be important to business users.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/26/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
50% Would you pay Rs 12,499 for Android 4.4.4?
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version
Please don’t buy this phone. It retails for anywhere between Rs 11,000 and 14,999 and at either price, it’s a waste of money. Android 4.4.4 and battery life issues notwithstanding, there simply are better phones available at the same price and there’s no point subjecting yourselves to a device like this. The Redmi Note 3 and LeEco Le 1S Eco for example are in another league altogether and available for around the same price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/05/2016
Rating: Total score: 50% performance: 70% features: 70% display: 65% mobility: 40% workmanship: 60%
40% HTC Desire 626 Dual SIM Review
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
In an age when it takes only a few months for a top-end smartphone to feel old and outdated, it makes no sense at all for HTC to have launched a smartphone that is over a year old at this price. Customers today are sensible, and a plethora of options with much more current features and specifications are available at the same price or less.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/28/2016
Rating: Total score: 40% price: 40% performance: 60% display: 60% mobility: 40% workmanship: 70%
60% HTC Desire 626 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 626 ticks a lot of boxes, matching rivals for specs and packing it all into a colourful, eye-catching shell without pushing the price up. But it's a phone that doesn't quite live up to its billing. Like the build itself, the handset doesn't quite deliver in the way I'd hoped, particularly when it comes to the camera and battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/28/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
Desire 626 review – HTC’s addition to the middle class competition
Source: Laptop Media English Archive.org version
Pleasant and thin design, comfortable use with one hand, IPS screen with HD resolution and a 13MP rear camera with various shooting modes and settings, capable of shooting Full HD and slow motion videos. If you think that this hardware doesn’t quite cut it for a mid-range device, you shouldn’t worry, because the available software makes up for it. The phone operates on Android 5.1 Lollipop with HTC Sense 7.0 that brings a lot of useful apps and features along with it. To sum things up, we could say that if you’re an HTC fan and you’re looking for a mid-range device, then Desire 626 should be on the top of your list.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/31/2015
60% HTC Desire 626 review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Taken together with its lacklustre performance, the Desire 626 just doesn't do quite enough to rise above the rest of its mid-range competition. At £250 SIM-free, the £225 Sony Xperia M4 Aqua beats it hands down on almost every front, and even paying £170 on O2's Pay and Go service seems like poor value when the £125 Vodafone Smart Ultra 6 offers so much more for your money. This is a real shame, as I'm a big fan of HTC's new Sense 7 interface and it's great to see it appearing on handsets further down HTC's Desire range. It just needs a better handset to do it justice.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%
50% HTC Desire 626 Review
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
At first, the $185 HTC Desire 626 seems like a great deal. It has a big, bright LCD display; a crisp 8-MP rear camera; expandable storage; and a customizable design that lets you stand out. But the dismal battery life means you should probably look elsewhere. Overall, the $179 Moto G is a better investment, as it offers faster overall performance, longer battery life, stock Android and a friendly design that's fully customizable with Moto Maker.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/11/2015
Rating: Total score: 50%
88% HTC Desire 626 – Review
Source: Cool Smartphone English Archive.org version
At this end of the market there’s a lot of competition. The Honor handsets, the Moto G, the endless Chinese devices from companies like ZTE and Meizu. This, the Desire 626, is sadly let down by a camera which just isn’t acceptable, especially if you dare to zoom. There’s a number of highlights though, including the on-board help function is particularly good. It quickly guides you through any potential problems with a helpful interface. I also liked the Car Mode, which gave the handset a big-button interface. There’s a Backup system, the clever HTC Dot View system so you can use the handset with the relevant case, a flashlight, a weather system and a “scribble” app which lets you note down any quick thoughts.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/09/2015
Rating: Total score: 88% price: 84% features: 88%
70% HTC Desire 626 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
Right now, the 2015 edition of the Moto G is the benchmark that many folks will use to compare phones that are within the same scope. Indeed, the HTC Desire 626’s outright price point of $185 makes it an attractive offering, especially if you find its tailored design to be better, but it’s still a somewhat underperforming package that doesn’t threaten the Moto G in terms of functionality. Well, that’s pretty concerning because you’re going to fork over just a smidgen more for it – plus, it lacks the better specs of the Moto G. We won’t deny that HTC has something tangible here for consumers who don’t want to spend a fortune on their next phone and are looking for a good-looking handset, but we just expect better results everywhere to keep it in the same pedestal as some of the other prized options out there.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/09/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
81% HTC Desire 626 Review: affordable, but it falls short of awesome
Source: Pocketnow English Archive.org version
Typically, when we review a phone out here in the Pocketnow Utah offices, we carry our daily driver alongside the review device. This time, the review device was good enough, though not particularly fast, to accomplish all our daily activities. If you’re looking for a cheap phone that will do what you need it to – but not much else – the Desire 626 is worthy of your consideration.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/03/2015
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 60% features: 84% mobility: 80%
60% HTC Desire 626 review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
It’s a capable phone with a design that avoids the bland style of some other cheaper models. However, we crucially just didn’t find it as much fun to use as some other phones at the price. The Moto G 2GB edition costs similar money and offers a better camera and much more stamina. And for just a bit more the Honor 6 gets you a superior screen, battery life and camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/28/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 626 review
Source: Gadgets Now English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 626 is a decent budget phone with a brilliant camera that should suit everyone, but it feels rather generic, and its battery life isn't ideal. When faced with stiff competition from the brand new Moto G, it just doesn't do enough to stand out from the pack.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/27/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%
71% HTC Desire 626 Review
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
So there you have it for this look at the HTC Desire 626! Although this entry-level smartphone gets a few key aspects right, including its beautiful design and solid build quality, good camera, and excellent software experience, there are some glaring flaws that are hard to overlook. For starters, the performance isn’t entirely up to the mark, even for a low-cost smartphone, and the battery life is quite disappointing, which may be a turn off for some. While this would have been a fantastic entry-level smartphone only a year ago, a slew of great sub-$200 devices that have made, and will be making, their way to the market results in the Desire 626 being a tough sell.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/25/2015
Rating: Total score: 71% performance: 57% display: 65% mobility: 60% workmanship: 87%

Foreign Reviews

Farbtupfer in der Mittelklasse
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/11/2015
Mittelklasse-Smartphone mit Android Lollipop
Source: Area DVD German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/28/2015
HTC Desire 626
Source: Pocket Navigation German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/06/2015
65% Desire 620-Nachfolger im Test
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/13/2015
Rating: Total score: 65% features: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 60%
80% HTC Desire 626
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/13/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

HTC Desire 828

Specifications

HTC Desire 828Notebook: HTC Desire 828
Processor: Mediatek MT6753
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-T720 MP4
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.148kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 828 (Model)

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Average Score: 69% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

69% HTC Desire 828 Dual SIM
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
The Desire 828 has a good display and the front facing speakers add to the multimedia experience. But when you consider the competition at the sub 20K price point, you may want to access your requirement before choosing the right smartphone. This price point is flooded with smartphones offering a unique experience based on your requirement.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/21/2015
Rating: Total score: 69%

Foreign Reviews

Htc Desire 828 Incelemesi
Source: Tekno Seyir TR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; decent cameras; good speakers. Negative: Low gaming performance; slow charging; overheat while using.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2016

 

HTC Desire 530

Specifications

HTC Desire 530Notebook: HTC Desire 530
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 210 MSM8909
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 304
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.14kg
Price: 219 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 530 (Model)

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Average Score: 50.93% - poor

Average of 28 scores (from 46 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% HTC Desire 530 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Everyone's Desire?HTC offers a new smartphone in the 200-Euro (~$222) category. The Desire 530 aims to impress buyers with a unique design, decent cameras and unusually good sound among other things. Our test reveals whether the smartphone can fulfill this high claim despite entry-level hardware.
50% HTC Desire 530
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 530 is an affordable and relatively compact entry-level phone on MetroPCS, but its slow performance and dim display makes the Galaxy On5 a stronger option for most users. For $19 less, the On5 gives you a brighter screen, smoother overall performance, and better battery life, though at the cost of reduced internal storage and a weaker camera. However, if you're willing to go up in size, the ZTE Zmax Pro is our Editors' Choice winner among phablets with a snappy processor, a crisp 1080p display, and sharp dual lens camera sensors. At $179 it's the best combination of price and performance for most MetroPCS customers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 50%
50% HTC Desire 530
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 530 is an affordable and relatively compact entry-level phone on MetroPCS, but its slow performance and dim display makes the Galaxy On5 a stronger option for most users. For $19 less, the On5 gives you a brighter screen, smoother overall performance, and better battery life, though at the cost of reduced internal storage and a weaker camera. However, if you're willing to go up in size, the ZTE Zmax Pro is our Editors' Choice winner among phablets with a snappy processor, a crisp 1080p display, and sharp dual lens camera sensors. At $179 it's the best combination of price and performance for most MetroPCS customers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 50%
60% HTC Desire 530 review: A Sense-able budget phone
Source: Neowin English Archive.org version
If you only meet one of the above conditions, there is a better alternative for you. If you want Sense and money is no object, go for the HTC 10. It's a phenomenal phone. If you don't care about HTC's in-house Android skin but you only have $200 to spend, take a look at Lenovo's Moto G4, or even the Moto G3.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 530 review: A Sense-able budget phone
Source: Neowin English Archive.org version
If you only meet one of the above conditions, there is a better alternative for you. If you want Sense and money is no object, go for the HTC 10. It's a phenomenal phone. If you don't care about HTC's in-house Android skin but you only have $200 to spend, take a look at Lenovo's Moto G4, or even the Moto G3.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
30% An affordable phone you should pass on
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
Outside of that, the Moto G4 and G4 Plus are worth the extra cost. The Desire 530 just doesn’t deliver on performance, whether it’s something as basic as waiting for an email to load or more taxing tasks such as quickly switching between multiple apps. You’re going to find yourself waiting for apps to load, pages to fill in, and eventually it’s going to get annoying.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 30%
30% An affordable phone you should pass on
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
It’s a good looking phone, carrying over the same basic design found in previous Desire devices. Only now, the 530 features a white shell that appears to have been “splashed” with specs of orange and grey paint.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 30%
30% An affordable phone you should pass on
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
Outside of that, the Moto G4 and G4 Plus are worth the extra cost. The Desire 530 just doesn’t deliver on performance, whether it’s something as basic as waiting for an email to load or more taxing tasks such as quickly switching between multiple apps. You’re going to find yourself waiting for apps to load, pages to fill in, and eventually it’s going to get annoying.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 30%
30% An affordable phone you should pass on
Source: Greenbot English Archive.org version
It’s a good looking phone, carrying over the same basic design found in previous Desire devices. Only now, the 530 features a white shell that appears to have been “splashed” with specs of orange and grey paint.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 30%
HTC Desire 530: Great Paint Job with Alot to Be Desired [Review]
Source: G Style Magazine English Archive.org version
I’m usually pleased with HTC devices for the most part but the Desire 530 is a disappointing affair. Its display is pretty weak outdoors, its processing power is abysmal and it just seems to take long to upload anything. Its true saving grace is its colorful splash coating and its price point as you can get one from T-Mobile for about $160 retail.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/09/2016
HTC Desire 530: Great Paint Job with Alot to Be Desired [Review]
Source: G Style Magazine English Archive.org version
I’m usually pleased with HTC devices for the most part but the Desire 530 is a disappointing affair. Its display is pretty weak outdoors, its processing power is abysmal and it just seems to take long to upload anything. Its true saving grace is its colorful splash coating and its price point as you can get one from T-Mobile for about $160 retail.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/09/2016
50% More Drip Than Splash
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
HTC's Desire 530 is not without its charms, even beyond the phone's low price tag. Both cameras deliver better photos than you might think, you get a full day's worth of power, and the Boomsound feature delivers pretty good sound through headphones. The problem is, other budget phones offer much more, whether it's a beefier processor from the Moto G4, greater durability from Alcatel's Go Play or more value from the identically priced Zmax 2. Some will look at the Desire 530's price tag and see a decent value for a good-enough smartphone. Me, I just see spots.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 50%
50% More Drip Than Splash
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
HTC's Desire 530 is not without its charms, even beyond the phone's low price tag. Both cameras deliver better photos than you might think, you get a full day's worth of power, and the Boomsound feature delivers pretty good sound through headphones. The problem is, other budget phones offer much more, whether it's a beefier processor from the Moto G4, greater durability from Alcatel's Go Play or more value from the identically priced Zmax 2. Some will look at the Desire 530's price tag and see a decent value for a good-enough smartphone. Me, I just see spots.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 50%
40% HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
I can sum up very easily by saying you should not buy the HTC Desire 530. HTC produces some great high-end phones, and even some decent mid-rangers, but this handset does not come close to competing with the current budget crowd. For the same money you can get the Wileyfox Swift, which is better than the HTC Desire 530 in most respects. And if you can raise an extra £40 go for the vastly superior Moto G4, which beats the Desire 530 by miles in every respect. If money is really tight, save yourself £29 and pick up the Moto E, which also outperforms the Desire 530.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/05/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
40% HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
I can sum up very easily by saying you should not buy the HTC Desire 530. HTC produces some great high-end phones, and even some decent mid-rangers, but this handset does not come close to competing with the current budget crowd. For the same money you can get the Wileyfox Swift, which is better than the HTC Desire 530 in most respects. And if you can raise an extra £40 go for the vastly superior Moto G4, which beats the Desire 530 by miles in every respect. If money is really tight, save yourself £29 and pick up the Moto E, which also outperforms the Desire 530.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/05/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
83% HTC Desire 530 – Review
Source: Cool Smartphone English Archive.org version
Funky design, lightweight and well put together this. It grabs and holds the phone signal well and the screen – although perhaps not up to higher-spec competitors – is better than most low-end devices. The lack of an LED notification light and the one-speaker sound output was a bit of a let down. With devices at this end of the spectrum (and we still, at this point, don’t know the exact price or release date), cuts have to be made somewhere, however the CPU gets faster, the RAM increases and the screen gets bigger if you look at the Desire 630 or 825, which are part of the same line-up.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/22/2016
Rating: Total score: 83% mobility: 77% workmanship: 86%
83% HTC Desire 530 – Review
Source: Cool Smartphone English Archive.org version
Funky design, lightweight and well put together this. It grabs and holds the phone signal well and the screen – although perhaps not up to higher-spec competitors – is better than most low-end devices. The lack of an LED notification light and the one-speaker sound output was a bit of a let down. With devices at this end of the spectrum (and we still, at this point, don’t know the exact price or release date), cuts have to be made somewhere, however the CPU gets faster, the RAM increases and the screen gets bigger if you look at the Desire 630 or 825, which are part of the same line-up.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/22/2016
Rating: Total score: 83% mobility: 77% workmanship: 86%
40% HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
But in today’s world, where consumers are surrounded by great affordable handsets like the Moto G, EE Harrier and BQ Aquaris X5, its low-end specs don’t cut the mustard. The Snapdragon chipset used doesn’t offer adequate performance and comes close to completely ruining the overall user experience. Because of this, I can’t recommend the device, no matter how competitively priced HTC makes it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
40% HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
But in today’s world, where consumers are surrounded by great affordable handsets like the Moto G, EE Harrier and BQ Aquaris X5, its low-end specs don’t cut the mustard. The Snapdragon chipset used doesn’t offer adequate performance and comes close to completely ruining the overall user experience. Because of this, I can’t recommend the device, no matter how competitively priced HTC makes it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
40% HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
From a distance the HTC Desire 530 looks like a cheaper alternative to the Moto G. 5in screen? Check. 720p? Check. Quad-core CPU? Yep. However, it is underpowered. Whether it’s down to the Sense UI or the Snapdragon 210 just not having enough power to do Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow justice, the Desire 530 ends up being a trial to use at times.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
50% Even for a budget smartphone, it doesn't offer enough bang for your buck
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Aside from the interesting design, there's nothing particularly outstanding going on with this entry-level smartphone. We’re actually pretty disappointed with the spec, as the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and GPU used are featured in smartphones 2-3 years old, which is bad even for a budget smartphone. The cameras are okay for a budget smartphone, but the colour reproduction isn’t the greatest we’ve seen, even on a cheap handset. We'd say it's a good choice for teenagers looking for a starter smartphone, but if you're in the market for a smartphone that's low-cost, good-looking but doesn't have any bells and whistles, then there are better options available.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 50% performance: 40% features: 40% workmanship: 60%
40% HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
From a distance the HTC Desire 530 looks like a cheaper alternative to the Moto G. 5in screen? Check. 720p? Check. Quad-core CPU? Yep. However, it is underpowered. Whether it’s down to the Sense UI or the Snapdragon 210 just not having enough power to do Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow justice, the Desire 530 ends up being a trial to use at times.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
50% Even for a budget smartphone, it doesn't offer enough bang for your buck
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Aside from the interesting design, there's nothing particularly outstanding going on with this entry-level smartphone. We’re actually pretty disappointed with the spec, as the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and GPU used are featured in smartphones 2-3 years old, which is bad even for a budget smartphone. The cameras are okay for a budget smartphone, but the colour reproduction isn’t the greatest we’ve seen, even on a cheap handset. We'd say it's a good choice for teenagers looking for a starter smartphone, but if you're in the market for a smartphone that's low-cost, good-looking but doesn't have any bells and whistles, then there are better options available.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 50% performance: 40% features: 40% workmanship: 60%
40% HTC’s Moto G rival falls flat
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 530 is a disappointment. It looks the part, and the screen is pretty decent for a £120 handset, but things fall apart as soon as you use the thing for any length of time. It’s laggy, sluggish and has a distinctly average camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
40% HTC’s Moto G rival falls flat
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 530 is a disappointment. It looks the part, and the screen is pretty decent for a £120 handset, but things fall apart as soon as you use the thing for any length of time. It’s laggy, sluggish and has a distinctly average camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%
100% HTC Desire 530 review - a dotty disappointment
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Altogether, though, the Desire 530 just isn't a good choice for those who like to do a lot on their phone. It looks fantastic and it's still just about serviceable for short bursts of YouTube, checking the weather and actually being used as a phone rather than a gateway to the internet, but there are much faster, less frustrating handsets available for the same amount of money. Its large screen is admittedly more practical than the 2nd Gen Moto E, but in this case you might as well spend a little bit more and get the 3rd Gen Moto G, as this not only has the same sized screen as the Desire 530, but it also comes with a far better camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/07/2016
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% HTC Desire 530 review - a dotty disappointment
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Altogether, though, the Desire 530 just isn't a good choice for those who like to do a lot on their phone. It looks fantastic and it's still just about serviceable for short bursts of YouTube, checking the weather and actually being used as a phone rather than a gateway to the internet, but there are much faster, less frustrating handsets available for the same amount of money. Its large screen is admittedly more practical than the 2nd Gen Moto E, but in this case you might as well spend a little bit more and get the 3rd Gen Moto G, as this not only has the same sized screen as the Desire 530, but it also comes with a far better camera.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/07/2016
Rating: Total score: 100%
HTC Desire 530 Hands On
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
That’s it for this quick hands on look! The Desire 530 is expected to arrive this March, though exact pricing or even launch markets have yet to be announced. Given the specs, we imagine this should be highly affordable and competitively priced with other devices in the budget-friendly space, though we’ll be sure to update you when we know more.
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2016
HTC Desire 530 Hands On
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
That’s it for this quick hands on look! The Desire 530 is expected to arrive this March, though exact pricing or even launch markets have yet to be announced. Given the specs, we imagine this should be highly affordable and competitively priced with other devices in the budget-friendly space, though we’ll be sure to update you when we know more.
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2016
Hands on: HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 530 is a phone that NEEDS to be cheap to be any kind of success and help solidify the bottom line for the brand. It's a basic phone with basic features for, hopefully a basic price, and while I can't say I'm a fan of the paint splashes on the back, it's an iconic look, that's for sure.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2016
Hands on: HTC Desire 530 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 530 is a phone that NEEDS to be cheap to be any kind of success and help solidify the bottom line for the brand. It's a basic phone with basic features for, hopefully a basic price, and while I can't say I'm a fan of the paint splashes on the back, it's an iconic look, that's for sure.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2016

Foreign Reviews

HTC Desire 530
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2017
HTC Desire 530
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2017
HTC Desire 530
Source: Computer Magazin - 01/2017 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2017
HTC Desire 530
Source: Computer Magazin - 01/2017 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2017
60% HTC Desire 530
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 3/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
HTC Desire 530
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/01/2016
60% HTC Desire 530
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 3/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
HTC Desire 530
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/01/2016
HTC Desire 530
Source: A1 Blog German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/18/2016
HTC Desire 530
Source: A1 Blog German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/18/2016
Lifestyle-Smartphone In Plastik
Source: Android Pit German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/01/2016
Lifestyle-Smartphone In Plastik
Source: Android Pit German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/01/2016
40% HTC Desire 530 Review En Español
Source: Arturogoga Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 40% performance: 30% display: 40% mobility: 30% workmanship: 80%
40% HTC Desire 530 Review En Español
Source: Arturogoga Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 40% performance: 30% display: 40% mobility: 30% workmanship: 80%
Test du HTC Desire 530 : l’entrée de gamme selon HTC
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Fashinable design; high quality manufacturing. Negative: Average performance; low screen brightness.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/11/2016
Test du HTC Desire 530 : l’entrée de gamme selon HTC
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Fashinable design; high quality manufacturing. Negative: Average performance; low screen brightness.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/11/2016

 

HTC Desire 520

Specifications

HTC Desire 520Notebook: HTC Desire 520
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 210 MSM8909
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 304
Display: 4.50 inch, 16:9, 854 x 480 pixels
Weight: 0.15kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 520 (Model)

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Average Score: 50% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

50% Review: HTC Desire 520
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
Even at $199, it’s hard to be totally thrilled by the offering that is the Desire 520, a phone that feels like the poor cousin to last year’s Desire 510, and we mean poor in every sense of the word. Not much has changed from that device, and while we now have a camera flash alongside better cameras, the processor and its performance feel like they have both gone equally backwards, providing a noticeably slow experience that adults and kids alike would probably get frustrated by.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 50% features: 60% workmanship: 60%

 

HTC Desire 628

Specifications

HTC Desire 628Notebook: HTC Desire 628
Processor: Mediatek MT6753
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-T720 MP4
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.142kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 628 (Model)

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Average Score: 71.5% - average

Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% HTC Desire 628 Review
Source: Phone World English Archive.org version
If we look at this processing package, performance is on the satisfactory side. There were less delays and lags during games, animations and video. The device has worked efficiently in multi-tasking and games have smooth run time.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/07/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% display: 80% workmanship: 80%
63% HTC Desire 628 Dual SIM Review
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 628 has some distinctly HTC traits about it, but its poor battery life, lacklustre camera and average performance, are deal breakers. If you're looking for phones in this range, we'd recommend the LeEco Le 2, Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 and Moto G4 Plus over this.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/12/2016
Rating: Total score: 63%

Foreign Reviews

Smartphone der unteren Mittelklasse mit guter Kamera
Source: Notebooksbilliger Blog German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/14/2016

 

HTC Desire 630

Specifications

HTC Desire 630Notebook: HTC Desire 630
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 305
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.14kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 630 (Model)

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

70% Stylish, but short
Source: The Indian Express English Archive.org version
At Rs 14,990 this is not the best smartphone on offer in the market where Chinese manufacturers such as LeEco and Xiaomi are offering cheaper phones with higher specifications. The HTC Desire 630 offers the best in terms of design in the Desire series, but falls short of matching user expectations in a price sensitive market like India.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/23/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%

Foreign Reviews

Đánh giá nhanh HTC Desire 630: smartphone giá rẻ nhấn vào âm nhạc
Source: VNReview VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good accessories; high quality speakers; good price. Negative: Average performance; mediocre display and cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2016

 

HTC Desire 10 Pro

The intense rivalry drives manufacturers to produce more superior phones to ensure they maintain an edge over their contenders and in turn, prices are drastically reduced to appeal more users. Conversely, consumers are the ultimate beneficiaries and this seems to be HTC’s goal with the rolling out of the HTC Desire 10 Pro. Being on a budget no longer translates to inferiority and consumers are definitely getting a bang for the buck. The Desire 10 Pro is a mid-range smartphone with specs scoring way over the average. At first glance, the phone is largely matte plastic-built with its edges metal trimmed. The smartphone rests comfortably in the palms when gripped. The dimensions of the Desire 10 Pro measure at 156.5 x 76 x 7.86 mm and it weighs 165g. It is obvious that much effort has been put into producing high quality cameras as it boasts a 20MP main camera as well as 13MP selfie camera. The 20MP main camera is more than capable of capturing shots under low-light conditions as it is packed with an f/2.2 aperture, dual-LED flash and laser autofocus. Meanwhile, the 13MP front-facing camera can be used with HTC's new Selfie Panorama mode to capture a super-wide 150-degree shot. Another feature of the Desire 10 Pro is its fingerprint scanner which allows gestures to be easily customized for unlocking purposes and ID recognition, thus improving security and convenience. 
HTC’s UI is equally interesting as the HTC Freestyle Layout allows users the flexibility to be creative and create an interface definitive of users. The Desire 10 Pro’s display is 5.5-inch with a resolution of 1920 x 1080-pixel (400ppi). Text and images appear sharp and clear on its display. The display is also protected with Corning Gorilla Glass, thus making the Desire 10 Pro more durable. Performance-wise, it is powered by the latest MediaTek Helio P10, Octa-core, 64-bit processor with more than enough, 4GB of RAM. The HTC Desire 10 pro also has SD card support of up to a whopping 2TB expandable memory, something that is rarely seen on other smartphones. However, we’d imagine that an actual 2GB memory card would cost too much for a phone like this. Built with a dual-sim mode, users can use two SIM cards at once on this phone. Connectivity is supported by WiFi, A-GPS and Bluetooth. Another feature of the Desire 10 Pro is its Hi-Res audio certification which significantly boosts audio quality when listening to music over the speakers and through headphones. The colour variants available are stone black, polar white, royal blue and valentine lux. In all, the Desire 10 Pro will stay as a smartphone to desire. The Desire 10 Pro is the perfect choice for a mid range smartphone. It ticks all the boxes for a good device and will put most of its competition in a similar price range to shame.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

HTC Desire 10 ProNotebook: HTC Desire 10 Pro
Processor: Mediatek Mediatek Helio P10 MT6755
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-T860 MP2
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.165kg
Links: HTC homepage
 Desire 10 Pro (Model)

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Average Score: 70.67% - average

Average of 6 scores (from 16 reviews)

 

Reviews

HTC Desire 10 Pro Quick Review: Midrange Phone, Premium Looks
Source: Unbox English Archive.org version
Using the device is a breeze with its 4GB RAM and Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 processor. The amount of RAM the phone has will be helpful for multitasking, but it is geared more to moderate users. Playing games with this phone should not be a problem, but expect a drop in frame rates for graphic intensive games. Storage issues? No worries, as this smartphone is packed with 64GB of internal storage, and you can expand that with a microSD card for up to 256GB.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/03/2017
80% HTC Desire 10 Pro
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
For all those loyal HTC users who have been thinking to replacing their ageing HTC Desire smartphones, the time is certainly right to upgrade as the new Desire 10 Pro comes with a slew of updated features and enhancements. The images produced by the 20MP camera are impressive for a mid-range smartphone, and the design of the device is clean and simple. We hope that HTC rolls out Android 7.0 update soon.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/23/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 75% workmanship: 80%
70% HTC Desire 10 Pro review: Great looks overshadowed by high-price and poor performance
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version
HTC needs to set its priorities right. While I was happy with how good the smartphone looks, its performance is as good as a budget device. Selling such a phone in the territory of the OnePlus 3 is a bad idea.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 65% display: 75% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
70% HTC Desire 10 Pro Review
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 10 Pro is a good device but at Rs. 26,470, its pricing is on the higher side, which makes us think twice before recommending it. The SoC is not the best when you consider other Android smartphones around this segment that pack faster ones, and this phone also misses out on some conveniences like a Type-C USB connector, NFC, and Wi-Fi 802.11ac.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/02/2017
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
HTC Desire 10 Pro Review
Source: The Indian Express English Archive.org version
For the final call, the Desire 10 Pro is quite good if we look at it in terms of overall performance. However, with the price tag of Rs 26,490, it is just not up with the likes of other devices in that price range. HTC smartphones have delivered some impressive piece of creativity especially in terms of the design in the past, however, the price tag has been a let down in most of them. Same is the case with the Desire 10 Pro. While the device doesn’t fail miserably in any department, the price will be a deal breaker for most of the buyers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/30/2017
64% HTC Desire 10 Pro Review
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 10 Pro is a decent smartphone. In fact, it’s one of the better smartphones that HTC has produced recently. But consider it only if the OnePlus 3, Asus Zenfone 3 or the Moto Z Play aren’t within your reach.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 64%
80% HTC Desire 10 Pro Review: Capture Breathtaking Selfies And Gorgeous Lanscapes
Source: PC Quest English Archive.org version
You cannot clearly expect a slayer performance from the HTC Desire 10 Pro. It doesn’t, however, displease at any point. The camera is good enough for your social media usage, and the manual mode makes you feel that you have a little more control. However, If clicking great landscape pictures is what you utilize the phone mostly for, you may want to spend some extra bucks and buy the Oneplus 3, instead, which has a better rear camera. With the Desire Pro, you will be clicking an endless number selfies, and appreciate the performance in all lighting conditions. Fast Charging and a long lasting battery are great supplements. The device has a sleek design and the golden accent lines on the Polar White model add a sense of panache.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80%
HTC Desire 10 Pro review: Looks good, ticks most of the boxes
Source: The Indian Express English Archive.org version
What it doesn’t offer, unfortunately, is the performance chops. Don’t be surprised if you notice dropped frames during heavy games like Asphalt and Modern Combat 5. As a daily driver for work and some mild entertainment, the HTC Desire 10 Pro doesn’t fall short in light of its competitors when it comes to watching movies or browsing the web.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/19/2016
60% HTC Desire 10 Pro review: Could have been more 'desirable'
Source: Gadgets Now English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 10 Pro is an overall really good smartphone. It has an appealing design, decent performance and the camera experience is great. But it faces tough competition from devices like OnePlus 3T, Moto Z Play and Nubia Z11, which offer immensely better specifications at the same price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
HTC Desire 10 Pro preview: A Smartphone Named Desire
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Launching with Android Marshmallow with HTC Sense, the HTC Desire 10 Pro offers the same sort of software features as you'll find on the HTC 10, with freestyle themes and a range of launch gestures. That means a fairly uncluttered version of Android, free from a lot of the bloat that you'll find on mid-range devices from other quarters. Although we've not tested the handset to a great degree, we'd expect the day-to-day performance to be good. Importantly, the Desire 10 Pro is a handset that looks different and distinctive and we like that. We're still awaiting pricing, which will be crucial, and the availability, which HTC is saying will be determined later in November.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/20/2016
Hands on: HTC Desire 10 Pro review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
HTC looks to have a promising handset on its hands. There's loads of great tech packed into the surprisingly premium polycarbonate body, and as long as the price is kept reasonable it's a phone worth getting excited about.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/20/2016

Foreign Reviews

Smartphone Htc Desire 10 Pro - Recensione Caratteristiche Prezzo
Source: Smartphone e tablet android Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/04/2016
Rating: performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
Dit Is Zijn De Nieuwe HTC Desire 10 Pro En Lifestyle
Source: GadgetGear.nl Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/20/2016
7 điểm đáng chú ý khi mua HTC Desire 10 Pro
Source: VNReview VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; flexible fingerprint sensor; excellent display; high gaming performance; decent cameras; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/20/2016
Đánh giá HTC Desire 10 Pro
Source: Tinh Te VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good design; excellent screen; high performance. Negative: Inflexible fingerprint sensor; poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/14/2016
Đánh giá HTC Desire 10 Pro sau 3 ngày ôm ấp: Nhiều cảm xúc đọng lại
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; decent display; good hardware. Negative: Poor cameras; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/19/2016

 

HTC Desire 830

Specifications

HTC Desire 830Notebook: HTC Desire 830
Processor: Mediatek MT6753
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-T720 MP4
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.156kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 71% - average

Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

82% HTC Desire 830 Review – 3GB Device
Source: Phone World English Archive.org version
HTC Desire 830 is fully equipped with the all best possible features because it is LTE enabled smartphone with the fast octa-core processor. Moreover it can record 1080p videos from front camera. Overall the device can fulfill user need in every aspect either it is camera section, game section or any other. Only one thing which it lacks is bigger battery otherwise it has performed really well in every section.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/23/2016
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 80% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%

Foreign Reviews

60% HTC Desire 830 review: Mooi design, stevig prijskaartje
Source: All About Phones Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
Dual-sim selfie smartphone
Source: Diskidee.nl Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good design. Negative: Plastic case.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2016

 

HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle

Specifications

HTC Desire 10 LifestyleNotebook: HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 305
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.155kg
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 62.92% - poor

Average of 12 scores (from 18 reviews)

 

Reviews

60% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle is a good value-for-money phone. It does come with some characteristic features, such as the stereo speakers and the unique design, that set it apart from other devices in its class.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
At a first glance the HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle looks like a premium device. But under those good looks lies a simple phone with medium range specs and a decent camera that's priced appropriately under AED 1000.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 60% workmanship: 80%
60% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
Performance leaves a lot to be desired, though, as does the camera. If you can stretch to it, the £330 OnePlus 3 is easily the better buy. If your headphones never leave your head, though? This could still just about be one to consider.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
80% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle Review: A Stylish Smartphone With Decent Performance
Source: PC Quest English Archive.org version
HTC doesn’t require any introduction, but yes it was out of the Indian market from last few months. It announces 6 devices, ranging from mid to high-end, in the month of May 2016 to compete with its rivals in each category. As HTC is known mainly for its style and sound, this time also they keep both things on the top.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/02/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80%
70% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle review: This one is all about the style
Source: The Indian Express English Archive.org version
Yes, if you like the design and style of this phone and would rather be seen with an HTC than a slightly more powerful phone from a lesser known brand that cost you the same. This phone has no major negatives except for the fact that it might be a bit overpriced for what it is offering. But then, that has been HTC all along.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/30/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Hands on: HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
If music is your bag, then the HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle gives you flagship quality playback at a fraction of the cost.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/20/2016

Foreign Reviews

Es ist nur die Kante, die goldig glänzt
Source: Blick German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/07/2016
71% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle das Smartphone mit der Goldkante
Source: Curved German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 71% performance: 78% display: 56% mobility: 82%
63% Recensione HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle, l’eleganza in un phablet
Source: Tecnoandroid.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 63% price: 55% features: 65% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
59% HTC Desire 10 lifestyle Recensione
Source: Andrea Galeazzi Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/26/2016
Rating: Total score: 59% price: 45% display: 60% mobility: 60% workmanship: 60%
Smartphone Htc Desire 10 Lifestyle - Recensione Caratteristiche Prezzo
Source: Smartphone e tablet android Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/31/2016
Rating: performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
40% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle review: blingbling
Source: All About Phones Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 40%
HTC Desire 10 lifestyle review
Source: Portablegear Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; decent speakers. Negative: Mediocre hardware; poor display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/16/2016
48% Test, recenzja, opinia – HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle – Smartfon pozbawiony powabu
Source: 90 Sekund Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/20/2017
Rating: Total score: 48% performance: 60% features: 30% mobility: 60% workmanship: 70%
74% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle – Recenzja Przepięknego Średniaka
Source: Tabletowo Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 85%
60% Test HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle
Source: Tek.no NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/02/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle este smartphone-ul ideal pentru audiofili [REVIEW]
Source: Playtech.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent speakers; elegant design; decent performance. Negative: Poor display; poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/14/2016
HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle – un smartphone mediu cu design bun – review
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; great built quality; good screen; decent cameras; high autonomy; balanced price. Negative: Low performance.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2016

 

HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle

Specifications

HTC Desire 10 LifestyleNotebook: HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 305
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.155kg
Price: 299 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Reviews

79.2% HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Provoking the mid-range. HTC has often tried to score with stylish looks, hi-res sound, and decent cameras. Thus, HTC's Desire 10 Lifestyle dual-SIM handset is an interesting offer in the mid-range. Can the 720p panel and relatively slow SoC stop this wave?

 

HTC Desire 650

Specifications

HTC  Desire 650Notebook: HTC Desire 650
Processor: unknown
Graphics Adapter: unknown
Display: 5.00 inch, , 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.14kg
Links: HTC homepage

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Reviews

HTC Desire 650 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
The Desire 650 looks like an attractive proposition in its sub-$200 category. It has a fairly stand-out design and some nice touches like stereo speakers and neat Android interface. It is plagued by a subpar camera performance and unimpressive battery life, though, as well as below average call quality.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/06/2017

Foreign Reviews

Smartphone HTC Desire 650 - Recensione Caratteristiche Prezzo
Source: Smartphone e tablet android Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2017
Rating: performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%

 

HTC Desire 650

Specifications

HTC Desire 650Notebook: HTC Desire 650
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 305
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.14kg
Links: HTC homepage

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Foreign Reviews

Смартфон HTC Desire 650: Обзор
Source: Product Test RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; impressive design; good price. Negative: Low autonomy; slow cameras; poor display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/20/2017
Представяне на HTC Desire 650 – 5″ IPS екран, 13MP камера и атрактивен дизайн
Source: Smartphone.bg BU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice display; decent cameras; attractive design; good hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2017

 

HTC Desire 12

With a 5.5” display, users will be surprised how elegantly the Desire 12 fit in their hand. The modern and sleek design exhibits the beauty of the U series with the iconic liquid surface wrapped around the most compact and lightweight 18:9 phones the company has ever made. Featuring a bigger screen, a new and improved camera, and a stylish design, HTC is ready to play. The device features an elegant design which is a tribute to the company’s liquid surface heritage but with a new, streamlined look. The seamless frame and beautifully curved edges have a luxurious feel, and the dynamic colors add to their own unique style. It comes in three colors: Cool Black, Royal Gold, and Warm Silver. The HTC Desire 12 is powered by a MediaTek MT6739 CPU processor with 32 GB, 3 GB RAM. It packs in a non-removable Li-Ion 2730 mAh battery at 8.2 mm device thickness and a weight of 137 g, running on Android 8.0 (Oreo). This incorporates the HTC Sense Companion, which offers suggestions based on things users do, whether that’s smart alarms responding to their calendar, or Battery Saver to remind them to charge up before they leave home. With a stunning 18:9 and 5.5-inch screen, HTC Desire 12 gives a bigger and better viewing experience to enjoy the things user loves. The slender frame offers a comfortable single-handed experience and easy maneuverability. However, a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels meaning it's a long way from the QHD of the top-end Samsung Galaxy S9, for instance. As for the camera, it has a 13 MP rear camera and supports Wifi, GPS, 3G and 4G LTE. Dual cameras on HTC Desire 12 capture multiple focal points simultaneously letting user refocus photographs after they are taken or add a bokeh effect. Bokeh mode gives user sharp foregrounds and naturally blurred backgrounds for more artistic photography. The user can capture beautiful and vivid photographs, day or night, with the 13 MP main camera on the HTC Desire 12. And the Phase Detection Autofocus will ensure user get clear details even if a subject is on the move. The large f/2.0 aperture in the front camera of HTC Desire 12 lets in more light for accurate details in low light settings. The user can get clear and well-lit selfies thanks to a front-facing LED flash or enjoy the soft-tone selfie light for a natural glow in any environment. Rounding out the spec list is the usual collection of radios, including Cat 4 LTE, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, micro-USB port and GPS / Glonass modules. HTC has been struggling to catch the Android market in the past few years. With a device like the Desire 12, there is no doubt that it will bring back some Android users to HTC but just how successful it is yet to be known. Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

HTC Desire 12Notebook: HTC Desire 12
Processor: Mediatek MT6739
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GE8100
Display: 5.50 inch, 2:1, 1440 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.137kg
Price: 199 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 66.67% - average

Average of 12 scores (from 22 reviews)

 

Reviews

75.9% HTC Desire 12 Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
The object of desire? The smartphone-pioneer HTC first brought its Desire series to the market almost eight years ago. Since then, the Desire series has fallen off the map. Now the HTC Desire 12 tries to find some new fans. In our review, we examine whether the 199-Euro (~$234) dual-SIM smartphone with a 5.5-inch display and Android 7 is any good.

Foreign Reviews

49% HTC Desire 12 Glanz-Gehäuse ohne nennenswerte Qualitäten
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/23/2018
Rating: Total score: 49%
49% HTC Desire 12 Glanz-Gehäuse ohne nennenswerte Qualitäten
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/23/2018
Rating: Total score: 49%
92% HTC Desire 12
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/09/2018
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 44% features: 74% display: 56% mobility: 46% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 84%
92% HTC Desire 12
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/09/2018
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 44% features: 74% display: 56% mobility: 46% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 84%
69% HTC Desire 12 Für den Preis gibt's Besseres
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/07/2018
Rating: Total score: 69% performance: 59% features: 69% display: 82% mobility: 80%
69% HTC Desire 12 Für den Preis gibt's Besseres
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/07/2018
Rating: Total score: 69% performance: 59% features: 69% display: 82% mobility: 80%
69% HTC Desire 12 Für den Preis gibt's Besseres
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/07/2018
Rating: Total score: 69% performance: 59% features: 69% display: 82% mobility: 80%
69% HTC Desire 12 Für den Preis gibt's Besseres
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/07/2018
Rating: Total score: 69% performance: 59% features: 69% display: 82% mobility: 80%
50% HTC Desire 12 Das reicht einfach nicht
Source: Android Pit German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2018
Rating: Total score: 50%
50% HTC Desire 12 Das reicht einfach nicht
Source: Android Pit German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2018
Rating: Total score: 50%
HTCs neues Mittelklasse-Handy
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/07/2018
HTCs neues Mittelklasse-Handy
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/07/2018
71% HTC Desire 12 Es ist nicht alles Gold, was glänzt
Source: Curved German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/30/2018
Rating: Total score: 71% performance: 73% display: 64% mobility: 78%
71% HTC Desire 12 Es ist nicht alles Gold, was glänzt
Source: Curved German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/30/2018
Rating: Total score: 71% performance: 73% display: 64% mobility: 78%
Günstige Smartphones im Premium-Look
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/20/2018
Günstige Smartphones im Premium-Look
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/20/2018
Test du HTC Desire 12 : #htcdesireisback
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; solid workmanship; nice display; good price. Negative: Low performance; no fingerprint sensor; low autonomy.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2018
Test du HTC Desire 12 : #htcdesireisback
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; solid workmanship; nice display; good price. Negative: Low performance; no fingerprint sensor; low autonomy.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2018
Recenzja HTC Desire 12. Tajwańczycy podejmują walkę z Honorem i Xiaomi
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good display; solid workmanship; nice selfie camera. Negative: Mediocre design; no fingerprint sensor; short battery life; combined slot; poor main camera.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/28/2018
Recenzja HTC Desire 12. Tajwańczycy podejmują walkę z Honorem i Xiaomi
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good display; solid workmanship; nice selfie camera. Negative: Mediocre design; no fingerprint sensor; short battery life; combined slot; poor main camera.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/28/2018
Trên tay HTC Desire 12 và Desire 12+: Tầm trung có màn hình 18:9, giá hợp lý
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; impressive design; solid workmanship; nice display; decent cameras. Negative: Weak hardware; plastic case.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/23/2018
Trên tay HTC Desire 12 và Desire 12+: Tầm trung có màn hình 18:9, giá hợp lý
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; impressive design; solid workmanship; nice display; decent cameras. Negative: Weak hardware; plastic case.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/23/2018

 

HTC Desire 12 Plus

Specifications

HTC Desire 12 PlusNotebook: HTC Desire 12 Plus
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 450
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 506
Display: 6.00 inch, 2:1, 1440 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.158kg
Price: 249 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 70.5% - average

Average of 16 scores (from 30 reviews)

 

Reviews

75.8% HTC Desire 12 Plus Smartphone Review | Notebookcheck
Tablet or smartphone? If you cannot decide which category the HTC Desire 12 Plus falls into, consider it a phablet. The Desire 12 Plus has a 6.0-inch display, a fingerprint sensor, runs Android 8.0 and it is a dual-SIM device. Find out how the HTC Desire 12’s big brother fares in our review.
70% HTC Desire 12 Plus
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 12 Plus is a perfectly decent £200 smartphone, but its key rivals (particularly the Moto G6) manage to match or better it in almost every way.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/13/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire 12 Plus
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 12 Plus is a perfectly decent £200 smartphone, but its key rivals (particularly the Moto G6) manage to match or better it in almost every way.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/13/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire 12+ review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
HTC arguably has a better chance of doing well in the budget market compared to the high-end at the moment. Although the Desire 12+ is a reasonable option for a cheap phone, it's not the best around.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire 12+ review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
HTC arguably has a better chance of doing well in the budget market compared to the high-end at the moment. Although the Desire 12+ is a reasonable option for a cheap phone, it's not the best around.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire 12+ review: Good looking Desire but looks aren't everything
Source: India Today English Archive.org version
No. That is unless you are buying the phone in your local market where other options, such as those Xiaomi or Nokia phones, aren't available. It's not that the HTC Desire 12+ is a shabby phone. It is not. For regular use, it is a decent option. But it is also a phone stuck in the past, and comes with core hardware that doesn't belong in a Rs 19,000 phone. At a lower price, you have phones like the Moto G6, the Nokia 6.1, and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 that come with better hardware, better screen, better performance and in Nokia's case even a better design. This one is strictly for people who can't for some reason purchase other phones mentioned but are readily getting the Desire 12+ and that too preferably at some discount.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/15/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% HTC Desire 12+ review: Good looking Desire but looks aren't everything
Source: India Today English Archive.org version
No. That is unless you are buying the phone in your local market where other options, such as those Xiaomi or Nokia phones, aren't available. It's not that the HTC Desire 12+ is a shabby phone. It is not. For regular use, it is a decent option. But it is also a phone stuck in the past, and comes with core hardware that doesn't belong in a Rs 19,000 phone. At a lower price, you have phones like the Moto G6, the Nokia 6.1, and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 that come with better hardware, better screen, better performance and in Nokia's case even a better design. This one is strictly for people who can't for some reason purchase other phones mentioned but are readily getting the Desire 12+ and that too preferably at some discount.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/15/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%

Foreign Reviews

76% HTC Desire 12 Plus Günstiges-Handy mit Dual-Kamera
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 74% features: 80% display: 81% mobility: 85%
76% HTC Desire 12 Plus Günstiges-Handy mit Dual-Kamera
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 74% features: 80% display: 81% mobility: 85%
60% HTC Desire 12+ Tops, Flops und ein Kaufargument
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 12+ Tops, Flops und ein Kaufargument
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 60%
64% HTC Desire 12+
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/08/2018
Rating: Total score: 64% price: 92% performance: 72% display: 56% mobility: 78% workmanship: 80%
64% HTC Desire 12+
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/08/2018
Rating: Total score: 64% price: 92% performance: 72% display: 56% mobility: 78% workmanship: 80%
Display-Riese mit sinnvollen Extras für 250 Euro?
Source: Area DVD German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/01/2018
Display-Riese mit sinnvollen Extras für 250 Euro?
Source: Area DVD German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/01/2018
80% HTC Desire 12+
Source: PCtipp.ch German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/14/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% HTC Desire 12+
Source: PCtipp.ch German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/14/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
74% HTC Desire 12 Plus Dualkamera für wenig Geld
Source: Curved German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2018
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 80% display: 64% mobility: 77%
HTC U12+ lässt sich gerne drücken
Source: n-tv German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2018
74% HTC Desire 12 Plus Dualkamera für wenig Geld
Source: Curved German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2018
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 80% display: 64% mobility: 77%
HTC U12+ lässt sich gerne drücken
Source: n-tv German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2018
HTC Desire 12+ edle Mittelklasse mit guter Kamera
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/26/2018
HTC Desire 12+ edle Mittelklasse mit guter Kamera
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/26/2018
Test du HTC Desire 12+ : la nouvelle génération
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; great built quality; support both dual SIM and microSD card slot; nice connectivity. Negative: Low autonomy.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/31/2018
Test du HTC Desire 12+ : la nouvelle génération
Source: Top for Phone French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; great built quality; support both dual SIM and microSD card slot; nice connectivity. Negative: Low autonomy.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/31/2018
HTC Desire 12 plus: Thiết kế bề mặt chất lỏng, camera kép giá hợp lý
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; solid workmanship; nice dual cameras; good price; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/24/2018
HTC Desire 12 plus: Thiết kế bề mặt chất lỏng, camera kép giá hợp lý
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; solid workmanship; nice dual cameras; good price; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/24/2018
Trên tay HTC Desire 12 và Desire 12+: Tầm trung có màn hình 18:9, giá hợp lý
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; impressive design; solid workmanship; nice display; decent cameras. Negative: Weak hardware; plastic case.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/23/2018
Trên tay HTC Desire 12 và Desire 12+: Tầm trung có màn hình 18:9, giá hợp lý
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; impressive design; solid workmanship; nice display; decent cameras. Negative: Weak hardware; plastic case.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/23/2018
HTC Desire 12+ review: smartphone ieftin
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Modern design; nice cameras; support dual SIM; good price. Negative: Weak processor; poor display; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/09/2018
HTC Desire 12+ review: smartphone ieftin
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Modern design; nice cameras; support dual SIM; good price. Negative: Weak processor; poor display; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/09/2018

 

HTC Desire 12s

The HTC Desire 12s is yet another affordable smartphone to make it into the market with its own modest features to offer on the table. However, this particular smartphone model is not the least spared from the vehement yet realistic critique for being one of HTC’s most uninspiring releases to date. Despite the fact that it really does not have much to bring to the table other than a few upgrades on its several core features, it is worth going over the changes brought upon the orientation and specifications of the HTC Desire 12s. When compared to the initial release of the HTC Desire 12 smartphone design, this seemingly amplified version in the Desire series operates using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor. The Snapdragon 435 integrates a Qualcomm Snapdragon X9 LTE modem which is designed to support download speeds up to 300 MB per second. Although the Snapdragon 435 is an evident downgrade from the processor which is used to power the HTC Desire 12 Plus, the optimal Internet speed will nevertheless be appreciated by users alike. The community has spoken on the lack of a rear fingerprint sensor on the original HTC Desire smartphone models, as it is undoubtedly one of the most frequently sought components in Android smartphones these days. HTC has definitely heard the community’s voice and took heed to include one such in the release of the HTC Desire 12s as the next model in the line-up. The cut back based on the choice of processor used to power the HTC Desire 12s somehow made its way to the implementation of a fingerprint sensor on the rear of the phone. This addition is welcomed nonetheless, though it might be a little too late for this addition to initiate a significant bounce back from the flop that its predecessors had inevitably suffered. It does not require further detailed inspection on the rear side of the phone in order to point out that their rear camera has also changed on the basis of trading off one good feature for another. Instead of opting for a dual rear camera setup which most smartphones in the market have prioritized upon, the HTC Desire 12s houses just one instead but coupling it with an LED flash in the same module cutout. One may wonder upon this rather confusing change, as a downgrade from a dual rear setup would not be commonly considered as a wise route to take. However, the rear camera comes with a 13 M sensor, and features an f/2.2 aperture and PDAF. The inclusion of the PDAF entails that the rear camera is capable of high function auto focus which can be utilized to capture fast moving subjects or rapid changes of scene. Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

HTC Desire 12sNotebook: HTC Desire 12s
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 435
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 505
Display: 5.70 inch, 18:9, 1440 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.15kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 56% - poor

Average of 8 scores (from 12 reviews)

 

Reviews

78.3% HTC Desire 12s Review: Striped Smartphone | Notebookcheck
HTC, one of the pioneers of the smartphone era, seems to be falling into oblivion more and more with each passing year. At least the Taiwanese manufacturer has now updated its mid-range line-up and introduced the HTC Desire 12s, a smartphone for around $200. Is it enough to rekindle our interest?
60% HTC Desire 12s review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 12s doesn't make much sense. There are other HTC phones that offer more for less, and the competition blows it out of the water. While the design and screen are highlights, they aren't enough to make up for the phone's poor performance or battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/03/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 12s review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The HTC Desire 12s doesn't make much sense. There are other HTC phones that offer more for less, and the competition blows it out of the water. While the design and screen are highlights, they aren't enough to make up for the phone's poor performance or battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/03/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 12S review: Little to be desired
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
We remember when HTC was the phone maker to go for. When the Desire name meant something. And as the Taiwanese company continues to make some decent top-end devices, we had hopes that the Desire 12S would be an upstanding example against its increasing competition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/31/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% HTC Desire 12S review: Little to be desired
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
We remember when HTC was the phone maker to go for. When the Desire name meant something. And as the Taiwanese company continues to make some decent top-end devices, we had hopes that the Desire 12S would be an upstanding example against its increasing competition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/31/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%

Foreign Reviews

HTC Desire 12 S
Source: Android User German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/19/2019
HTC Desire 12 S
Source: Android User German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/19/2019
40% Test - HTC Desire 12S : un smartphone qui laisse à désirer
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2019
Rating: Total score: 40%
40% Test - HTC Desire 12S : un smartphone qui laisse à désirer
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2019
Rating: Total score: 40%
64% Recenzja HTC Desire 12s – smartfona, dla którego czas się zatrzymał…
Source: Tabletowo Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/27/2019
Rating: Total score: 64% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 65% workmanship: 55%
64% Recenzja HTC Desire 12s – smartfona, dla którego czas się zatrzymał…
Source: Tabletowo Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/27/2019
Rating: Total score: 64% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 65% workmanship: 55%
HTC: Przebudzenie mocy. Recenzja HTC Desire 12S
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; great built quality; nice display; decent selfie camera. Negative: Average performance; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2019
HTC: Przebudzenie mocy. Recenzja HTC Desire 12S
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; great built quality; nice display; decent selfie camera. Negative: Average performance; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2019

 

HTC Desire 19+

The latest announcement of the HTC Desire 19+ would doubtlessly proves a point that HTC as a brand has been thriving behind the scenes. With much competition and rivalry among contending brand names throughout the world, it seems like none of the progression or advancements introduced by these rivals of HTC appear to faze them into hiding. The release of the HTC Desire 19+ as the company’s latest smartphone to grace the scene seems to hold much hidden potential and promises that are bound to surprise many should it to be given an opportunity to shine. The HTC Desire 19+ features a 6.2-inch FHD+ display, which caps at a 720 x 1,520 pixel resolution. The capacitive IPS touchscreen supports multi touch. The HTC Desire 19+ does not necessarily have the best display on the market, but for a fairly reasonable price point, it is more than sufficient for a meager palm-sized smartphone to house such visual capacity. The HTC Desire 19+ receives much needed aid from the MediaTek Helio P35 processor unit. The MediaTek Helio P35 is an octa-core processor unit. It specializes in enabling all-screen smartphones to achieve Full HD+ resolution displays and also a 20:9 ratio. For a palm-sized smartphone model such as the HTC Desire 19+ itself, the MediaTek Helio P35 processor chip is able to bring its specialization into life with perfect ease. Not only that, the MediaTek Helio P35 is further powered by an ARM Cortex-A53 CPU which can operate up to 2.3 GHz with a IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU that can run up to an astounding 690 MHz. The MediaTek Helio P35 processor unit is also incorporated with the MediaTek CorePilot technology which provides the best power efficiency in order to ensure that users can experience a consistently reliable mobility without much dilemma. Though admittedly, with the MediaTek Helio P90 being the latest release in this particular lineup of processor chips, the HTC Desire 19+ will not be able to experience what could be the maximum potential for smoothness in overall performance rate. In addition, the HTC Desire 19+ comes in two attractive color variations that would seemingly appeal to many. The HTC Desire 19+ comes in both Star Can Blue color and Jasmine White color. While the Jasmine White color option retains the marketing ideology that monochrome hues will never go out of style, the Star Can Blue would grab people’s attention due to its unique color gradation. The Star Can Blue emulates the very visual aesthetic of a black body color which is accentuated with gradating blue around the edges of the HTC Desire 19+ device. Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

HTC Desire 19+Notebook: HTC Desire 19+
Processor: Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GE8320
Display: 6.20 inch, 19:9, 1520 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.17kg
Price: 299 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Reviews

77.3% HTC Desire 19+ Smartphone Review – 2,5 Cameras and Cheeky Design | Notebookcheck
HTC tries its hand at a smartphone with a large rechargeable battery and even spends a triple camera on the back. For almost 300 Euros this sounds like a fair offer. We take a closer look in the test.

Foreign Reviews

Recenzja HTC Desire 19 Plus. Tak szybko taniejące smartfony to żart
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; long battery life; nice performance. Negative: Poor main camera; mediocre speakers; plastic case.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/11/2019
Recenzja HTC Desire 19 Plus. Tak szybko taniejące smartfony to żart
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; long battery life; nice performance. Negative: Poor main camera; mediocre speakers; plastic case.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/11/2019
Trên tay HTC Desire 19+: Notch giọt nước, 3 camera sau, chip Helio P35, giá từ 7.4 triệu đồng
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; great triple cameras; powerful processor; good price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2019
Trên tay HTC Desire 19+: Notch giọt nước, 3 camera sau, chip Helio P35, giá từ 7.4 triệu đồng
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; great triple cameras; powerful processor; good price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2019

 

HTC Desire 20 Pro

Specifications

HTC Desire 20 ProNotebook: HTC Desire 20 Pro
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 665
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 610
Display: 6.50 inch, 19.5:9, 2340 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.201kg
Links: HTC homepage

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

70% HTC Desire 20 Pro review: dit zijn de plus- en minpunten
Source: AndroidWorld.nl Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/05/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%
Recenzja HTC Desire 20 Pro – przykro mi, ale NIE.
Source: 90 Sekund Turkish PL→EN
Positive: Nice design; great display; high performance. Negative: Poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2021

 

HTC Desire 20+

Specifications

HTC Desire 20+Notebook: HTC Desire 20+
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 720G
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 618
Display: 6.50 inch, 20:9, 1600 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.203kg
Price: 250 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Foreign Reviews

HTC Desire 20+ ra mắt: Snapdragon 720G, 4 camera sau 48MP, pin 5000mAh, giá 6.9 triệu đồng
Source: Genk VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; nice quad cameras; large battery capacity; good price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/20/2020

 

HTC Desire 21 Pro

Specifications

HTC Desire 21 ProNotebook: HTC Desire 21 Pro
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 690 5G
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 619L
Display: 6.70 inch, 20:9, 2400 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.205kg
Price: 350 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Foreign Reviews

HTC Desire 21 Pro ra mắt: Màn hình 90Hz, Snapdragon 690, pin 5000mAh, giá 10 triệu đồng
Source: Genk VN→EN
Positive: Nice display; powerful processor; long battery life; good price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/13/2021

 

HTC Desire 22 Pro

HTC's new Desire 22 Pro is an intriguing phone wrapped in NFT and introduced to the market as a surprise release from the Taiwanese phone maker. The device has been promoted as the perfect companion for journeying into the metaverse. One of the reason for such promotion is due to the fact that this phone is said to be the ideal companion to ‘Vive Flow’ which is the company's VR glasses. Having said that, this device was meant to serve as a gateway into immersive experiences and the "Viverse" which is none other than the HTC's own suite of metaverse-focused apps.
Apart from that, it is worth noting that Blockchain-based features are rife on the Desire 22 Pro. The phone comes with something called Vive Wallet, which allows monitoring of the owned NFTs and the performance of the cryptocurrencies, while Viverse Market allows purchasing of stuffs in the metaverse. With these features in place, it is quite clear that the HTC is actually targeting the pro-Blockchain user types who owns crypto or NFTs and also has an interest in the metaverse while hanging on the latest Web3 announcements.
However, such specific targeting or users might not be as it seems.  Just by looking at the divisiveness of the latest internet trends, such features might equally put off certain users as some people have concerns about the potential environmental impact of Blockchain, as well as the startling instability of crypto. Therefore, a device which contributes to or centers around these endeavours might be avoided and this would include the latest Desire 22 Pro.
As far as its display is concerned, this latest HTC phone has been equipped with a 6.6-inch FHD+ 120Hz display. The large display allows higher resolutions which in turn makes details like letters look bigger. In addition, the power consumption is also much lower with its small screen diagonals. In terms of its performance, the device has been incorporated with a 6nm Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. Apart from that, the Desire 22 Pro comes with a 64MP main camera followed by a 13MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP depth lens. On the front, there is a 32MP selfie lens. The photos with the main camera come out well during the day with good light. However, at night it tends to get weaker as the phone struggles to focus in low light. For the battery, the model has been equipped with a 4,520mAh which performs quite well for the phone’s operation. It is also worth mentioning that the phone comes with wireless charging. Overall, it is a great device to be explored depending on the need and preference of the user.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

HTC Desire 22 ProNotebook: HTC Desire 22 Pro
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 695 5G
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 619
Display: 6.60 inch, 20:9, 2412 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 0.206kg
Price: 450 euro
Links: HTC homepage

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Reviews

78.2% HTC Desire 22 Pro 5G smartphone review – Speedy internet now at an acceptable price | Notebookcheck
At $400, the HTC Desire 22 Pro's launch price was way too high. However, in the meantime, it is significantly cheaper. Since the smartphone is said to score well with its exclusive Metaverse features, our catch-up review reveals whether or not the HTC phone is actually something special.
HTC Desire 22 Pro Smartphone Review
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
The HTC Desire 22 Pro smartphone might not appeal to a wide range of users because of the downgraded specs, especially, the hardware and display section. Apart from this, the phone grants a good set of triple camera configurations for beautiful camera results and renders a clean UI experience. However, the price point is going overboard just in the name of new ecosystem support. We won’t recommend you this phone in the first place because it doesn’t offer anything outstanding that currently, the mainstream brands are offering. Besides this, the phone is available only in Taiwan and the EU. So the phone got a limited market reach, in that case, you should look for an alternative such as Realme 10 Pro for a complete deal.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/09/2023
HTC Desire 22 Pro Smartphone Review
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
The HTC Desire 22 Pro smartphone might not appeal to a wide range of users because of the downgraded specs, especially, the hardware and display section. Apart from this, the phone grants a good set of triple camera configurations for beautiful camera results and renders a clean UI experience. However, the price point is going overboard just in the name of new ecosystem support. We won’t recommend you this phone in the first place because it doesn’t offer anything outstanding that currently, the mainstream brands are offering. Besides this, the phone is available only in Taiwan and the EU. So the phone got a limited market reach, in that case, you should look for an alternative such as Realme 10 Pro for a complete deal.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/09/2023
Htc Desire 22 Pro
Source: GSM Choice English
Unfortunately, I can't end this review on a positive note, but I simply cannot recommend this phone to you. He has too many shortcomings in relation to how much he costs for his purchase to make any sense. I must admit that with great relief I packed this phone into the box and sent it back to the manufacturer. I think I will rather keep my positive memories of HTC smartphones from years ago, and I will just try to forget about it as soon as possible. I say this with sincere regret.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/30/2023
Htc Desire 22 Pro
Source: GSM Choice English
Unfortunately, I can't end this review on a positive note, but I simply cannot recommend this phone to you. He has too many shortcomings in relation to how much he costs for his purchase to make any sense. I must admit that with great relief I packed this phone into the box and sent it back to the manufacturer. I think I will rather keep my positive memories of HTC smartphones from years ago, and I will just try to forget about it as soon as possible. I say this with sincere regret.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/30/2023
HTC Desire 22 Pro Specifications, Pros and Cons
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
The HTC Desire 22 Pro is announced in June 2022, and the expected price of this phone is $250 (Rs 19,990 in India) approx. This 5G smartphone features a 6.6 inches IPS LCD display panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. All of that comes with 400 pixels density. The device runs on the latest Android 12 OS while custom UI is missing on the phone. For performance, you get a 6nm Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G chipset capable of reaching up to a max of 2.2GHz clocking speed. In terms of internal, you get 8GB RAM with 128GB internal storage and support for an SD card slot so you don’t need to bother about storage limits. Also, the phone is comfortable to hold for a long time at 205.5 grams weight. The triple rear camera of the HTC Desire 22 Pro includes a 64MP main, 13MP ultrawide, and a 5MP depth lens. For a selfie, you get a 32MP selfie lens on the front. You can record 1080p videos at 30fps from both cameras. Besides other comms and sensors, you will receive a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/17/2022
HTC Desire 22 Pro Specifications, Pros and Cons
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
The HTC Desire 22 Pro is announced in June 2022, and the expected price of this phone is $250 (Rs 19,990 in India) approx. This 5G smartphone features a 6.6 inches IPS LCD display panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. All of that comes with 400 pixels density. The device runs on the latest Android 12 OS while custom UI is missing on the phone. For performance, you get a 6nm Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G chipset capable of reaching up to a max of 2.2GHz clocking speed. In terms of internal, you get 8GB RAM with 128GB internal storage and support for an SD card slot so you don’t need to bother about storage limits. Also, the phone is comfortable to hold for a long time at 205.5 grams weight. The triple rear camera of the HTC Desire 22 Pro includes a 64MP main, 13MP ultrawide, and a 5MP depth lens. For a selfie, you get a 32MP selfie lens on the front. You can record 1080p videos at 30fps from both cameras. Besides other comms and sensors, you will receive a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/17/2022

 

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High Tech Computer Corporation (HTC) is a Taiwanese manufacturer of cell phones, tablets and other electronic products.


These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.

Qualcomm Adreno 200: Integrated GPU in the Snapdragon S1 SoCs and based on the AMD Z430. Later called Adreno 200 with higher clock speeds.

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Qualcomm Adreno 203: Entry level GPU with support for OpenGL ES 2.0

ARM Mali-400 MP2: OpenGL ES 2.0 GPU for ARM based SoCs with 2 fragment processors and 1 vertex processor.

Qualcomm Adreno 305: Integrated mid-range graphics card in the Snapdragon 400 and S4 Plus SoCs that supports OpenGL ES 3.0 and features unified shaders.

Qualcomm Adreno 302: Integrated graphics card in some Snapdragon 200 SoCs with 6 shaders clocked at 400 MHz.

ARM Mali-450 MP4: OpenGL ES 2.0 GPU for ARM based SoCs with 4 fragment processors and 1 vertex processor.

Qualcomm Adreno 306: Integrated mid-range graphics card in the Snapdragon 410 SoCs that supports OpenGL ES 3.0 and features unified shaders.

ARM Mali-T760 MP2: The ARM Mali-T760 MP2 offers two cores (hence the name MP2) clocked with up to 700 MHz (resulting in 48 GFLOPS).

ARM Mali-T720 MP4: Integrated graphics card with four clusters clocked at up to 600 MHz. The chip supports OpenGL ES 3.1 and is typically produced in 28nm.

Qualcomm Adreno 304: Integrated mid-range graphics card in the Snapdragon 210 SoCs that supports OpenGL ES 3.0 and features unified shaders.

Imagination PowerVR GE8100: Integrated graphics card for entry level ARM SoCs. Smallest variant of the Series8XE series of GPUs (GE8xx0) with a peak fillrate of only one pixel/clock.

Imagination PowerVR GE8320: Integrated graphics card for mid-range ARM SoCs.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

Qualcomm Adreno 405: Integrated graphics card for ARM based SoCs. Depending on the used SoC the clock rate is around 500 MHz and features 48 unified shaders.

Qualcomm Adreno 330: Integrated graphics card in some Qualcomm Snapdragon SoCs, supports OpenGL ES 3.0

ARM Mali-T860 MP2: Dual-Core version of the Mali-T860 graphics card from ARM for mostly Android based smartphones and tablets. E.g. in the Mediatek Helio P10 clocked at 700 MHz and produced in 28nm.

Qualcomm Adreno 506: Integrated graphics card in the Snapdragon 625 SoC and based on the new 500-series architecture with support for Vulkan, OpenGL ES 3.1 + AE (3.2) and UBWC.

Qualcomm Adreno 505: Mid range graphics card integrated in the Snapdragon 430 and 435 SoCs. Based on the 500 generation and supports modern standards like Vulkan 1.0, OpenGL ES 3.1 + AE, OpenCL 2.0 and DirectX 12.

Qualcomm Adreno 610: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 665) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. The performance of the GPU is between the Adreno 510 and 512/612 and therefore in the lower mid range. Supports DirectX11_1, Vulkan 1.0, OpenCL 2.0, OpenGL ES 3.2.

Qualcomm Adreno 618: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 730) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. Supports DirectX11_1, Vulkan 1.0, OpenCL 2.0, OpenGL ES 3.2.

Qualcomm Adreno 619L: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 690) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. The performance is a lot better than the old Adreno 612.

Qualcomm Adreno 619: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 750G) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. The performance is a lot better than the old Adreno 612.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Qualcomm Snapdragon:

S1 MSM7225A: Entry level Soc with one Cortex-A5 processor core (clocked at 600, 800 or 1000 MHz depending to the device) and a Adreno 200 GPU.

S4 Play MSM8225: Low-end Dual-Core SoC based on the Cortex-A5.

400 MSM8226: ARM Cortex-A7 Quad-Core with up to 1.2 GHz and manufactured in 28nm

400 MSM8928: ARM Cortex-A7 Quad-Core clocked at up to 1.6 GHz, manufactured in 28nm LP. Supports LTE.

410 MSM8916: 64-Bit Cortex-A53 Quad-Core with an Adreno 306 GPU manufactured in 28nm

615 MSM8939:

Mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU cores (Cortex-A53, 64-bit capable) and an Adreno 405 GPU. Manufactured in a 28 nm LP process.

801 MSM8974AB:

High-end ARM SoC with 4 CPU cores up to 2.36 GHz and an Adreno 330 GPU up to 578 MHz. Based on Qualcomm's Krait 400 architecture and is manufactured in a 28nm HPM process.

SD 450: Lower mainstream octa-core ARM Cortex-A53 SoC clocked at up to 1.8 GHz and the Adreno 506 GPU, a LPDDR3 single channel memory controller as well as an X9 LTE (Cat. 7 300 / 150 Mbps) modem.

435: Lower mainstream octa-core ARM Cortex-A53 SoC clocked at up to 1.4 GHz and the Adreno 505 GPU, a DDR3L-1600 memory controller as well as an X9 LTE (Cat. 7) modem.

SD 665: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 260 cores (four fast 2 GHz Cortex-A73 cores in a cluster and two power saving 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 cores) and a rather slow Adreno 610 GPU. Manufactured in a 11 nm LPP process.

SD 720G: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 465 cores (two fast ARM Cortex-A76 cores at up to 2.3 GHz and six small ARM Cortex-A55 cores at up to 1.8 GHz) and a fast X15 LTE modem (up to 800 Mbit download). The SoC is manufactured in the modern 8 nm process.

SD 690 5G: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 560 cores (two fast 2 GHz ARM Cortex-A77 based cores in a cluster and six power saving ARM Cortex-A55 based cores at 1.7 GHz) and a lower mid range Adreno 619L GPU. Manufactured in the 8 nm LPP process at Samsung.

SD 695 5G: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 660 cores (two fast 2.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A78 based cores in a cluster and six power saving ARM Cortex-A55 based cores at 1.7 GHz) and a lower mid range Adreno 619 GPU. Supports only Wi-Fi 5 and is manufactured in the 6 nm.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 200:

200 8225Q: Quad-Core Cortex-A5 entry level SoC

210 MSM8909: Entry-level SoC with four ARM Cortex-A7 cores at max. 1.1 GHz. Furthermore, it features an integrated Cat 4 LTE Modem and 1080p video de- and encoding.

Mediatek:

MT6582M: Quad-core SoC (Cortex-A7) for tablets and smartphones.

MT6592:

ARM Cortex-A7 Octa-Core Soc for smartphones and tablets.

MT6582: Quad-core SoC (Cortex-A7) for tablets and smartphones.

MT6752: ARM based octa core SoC with 8x ARM Cortex-A63 64-Bit processor cores clocked at up to 1.7 GHz. Also integrates a ARM Mali-T760 MP2 at 700 MHz, an LTE radio and H.265 video decoder.

Helio P10 MT6755: ARM-based octa core SoC (8x Cortex-A53) with 64 Bit support and a clock rate of up to 2 GHz per core.

MT6739: Entry level quad core soc (4x Cortex-A53 at up to 1.5 GHz) with an integrated LTE modem (Cat. 4 DL / Cat 5 UL), Wifi and PowerVR GE8100 GPU.

Helio P35 MT6765: ARM based octa core SoC (8x ARM Cortex-A53) clocked at up to 2.3 GHz. The chip also includes a Cat.7 LTE modem (300 Mbps download).

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


3.50:

This display is tiny. You will probably see very little on the screen and be able to use mini-resolutions.

5.00:

It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.

6.00:

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


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