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HP Pre 3 Specifications
Hp
Released 2011, Feb 15
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
- 156g, 16mm thickness
- HP webOS 2.2
- 8GB storage, no card slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.2 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.9 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.58"
480x800 pixels
5MP
720p
512MB RAM
Snapdragon S2
1230mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2011, February. Released 2011, August |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 111 x 64 x 16 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 0.63 in) |
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| Weight | 156 g (5.50 oz) | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT |
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| Size | 3.58 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~51.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~261 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | HP webOS 2.2 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 | |
| CPU | 1.4 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 8GB 512MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 720p |
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Selfie camera
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Single | VGA |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| Browser | HTML, Adobe Flash | |
| ??? | MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player MP4/H.264 player Organizer Document viewer Voice memo/dial Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 300 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About 350 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HP Pre 3 worth buying in 2026?
HP Pre 3 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of HP Pre 3?
HP Pre 3 has a 1,230 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HP Pre 3 have?
HP Pre 3 features a 3.58-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for HP Pre 3?
Genze rates HP Pre 3 4.1/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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