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HTC Desire Specifications
Also known as HTC Bravo, HTC Desire A8181
Htc
Released 2010, Feb 15
Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
- 135g, 11.9mm thickness
- Android 2.1, up to 2.2, Sense UI
- 576MB RAM; 512MB storage, microSDHC slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.5 | — |
| Display | 5.9 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.7"
480x800 pixels
5MP
480p
576MB RAM
Snapdragon S1
1400mAh
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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 / 2100 | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 1900 - North America | |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2010, February. Released 2010, March |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 119 x 60 x 11.9 mm (4.69 x 2.36 x 0.47 in) |
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| Weight | 135 g (4.76 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| ??? | Optical trackpad |
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Display
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Type | AMOLED or SLCD |
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| Size | 3.7 inches, 39.0 cm2 (~54.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 200 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included |
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| Internal | 576MB RAM; 512MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 480p@15fps, 720p@30fps (via SW update) |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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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 b/g, hotspot (Android 2.2) |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| 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 |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 340 h (2G) / Up to 360 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 6 h 30 min (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Brown, Silver, White |
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| SAR | 1.48 W/kg (head) 0.69 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 140 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Camera | Photo |
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| Loudspeaker | Voice 76dB / Noise 75dB / Ring 84dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -87.6dB / Crosstalk -84.8dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HTC Desire worth buying in 2026?
HTC Desire is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of HTC Desire?
HTC Desire has a 1,400 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HTC Desire have?
HTC Desire features a 3.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for HTC Desire?
Genze rates HTC Desire 4.4/10 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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