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HTC Desire 816 Specifications
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Released 2014, Feb 15
5 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
- 165g, 7.9mm thickness
- Android 4.4.2, up to 6, Sense UI 6
- 8GB storage, microSDXC
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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 | 4.6 | — |
| Display | 5.6 | — |
| Performance | 5.9 | — |
| Camera | 5.1 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 5.8 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.5"
720x1280 pixels
13MP
1080p
1.5GB RAM
Snapdragon 400
2600mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 3, 7, 8, 20 - EMEA version | |
| ??? | 1, 3, 7, 8 - Asia version | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
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Launch
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Announced | 2014, February. Released 2014, March |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 165 g (5.82 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | Super LCD2 |
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| Size | 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 6 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 1.5GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 4.5 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), AF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 5 MP, f/2.8 |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes (optional) | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 737 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 21 h (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White, Red, Gray, Green |
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| Models | D816x | |
| Price | About 250 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | Basemark X: 1437 |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 1032 (nominal), 1.783 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 66dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.9dB / Crosstalk -83.0dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 64h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HTC Desire 816 worth buying in 2026?
HTC Desire 816 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is HTC Desire 816 good for gaming?
HTC Desire 816 scores 58/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of HTC Desire 816?
HTC Desire 816 has a 2,600 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HTC Desire 816 have?
HTC Desire 816 features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does HTC Desire 816 have?
HTC Desire 816 is available with 5 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for HTC Desire 816?
Genze rates HTC Desire 816 5.5/10 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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