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HTC Desire C Specifications
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Released 2012, May 15
Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1
- 100g, 12.3mm thickness
- Android 4.0, not up to 4.1, Sense UI 4
- 4GB 512MB RAM 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 | 2.2 | — |
| 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
3.5"
320x480 pixels
5MP
Video recorder
512MB RAM
Snapdragon S1
1230mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, May. Released 2012, June |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 107.2 x 60.6 x 12.3 mm (4.22 x 2.39 x 0.48 in) |
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| Weight | 100 g (3.53 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~56.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 | |
| CPU | 600 MHz Cortex-A5 | |
| GPU | Adreno 200 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 4GB 512MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP |
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| Video | Yes |
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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 | |
| ??? | Beats Audio |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| NFC | Optional | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
|---|---|---|
| ??? | DivX/XviD/MP4/H.264/WMV player Dropbox (25 GB cloud storage) MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player Organizer Document viewer/editor 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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Misc
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Colors | Polar White, Stealth Black, Flamenco Red |
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| SAR | 0.75 W/kg (head) 0.64 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 120 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 723 (nominal) / 1.300:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 64dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 72dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -87.3dB / Crosstalk -84.5dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HTC Desire C worth buying in 2026?
HTC Desire C 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 HTC Desire C?
HTC Desire C has a 1,230 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HTC Desire C have?
HTC Desire C features a 3.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for HTC Desire C?
Genze rates HTC Desire C 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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