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HTC Desire Eye phone review — specs and Genze score

HTC Desire Eye Specifications

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Released 2014, Oct 15

2 GB RAM · Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)

  • 154g, 8.5mm thickness
  • Android 4.4.4, up to 6.1, Sense UI 7
  • 16GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 4.2
Display 5.5
Performance 5.9
Camera 5.1
Body 5.2
Gaming 5.7
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.4/10

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Quick specifications

5.2"

1080x1920 pixels

13MP

1080p

2GB RAM

Snapdragon 801

2400mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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5.4 /10
Performance 5.9/10
Battery 4.2/10
Display 5.5/10
Camera 5.1/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5.7/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.30 GHz BT 4.0 2014

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Asia
??? HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - AT&T
??? HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - EMEA
??? TD-SCDMA - Asia
4G bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - Asia
??? 2, 4, 5, 17, 29 - AT&T
??? 3, 7, 8, 20 - EMEA
Speed HSPA 42.2/21.1(AT&T)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2014, October. Released 2014, November
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 151.7 x 73.8 x 8.5 mm (5.97 x 2.91 x 0.33 in)
Weight 154 g (5.43 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM
??? IPX7 dust proof and water resistant up to 1 meter and 30 minutes
Type IPS LCD,
Size 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~66.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3
OS Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPU Adreno 330
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.0
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 13 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), AF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Video
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 2400 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, QC2
Stand-by Up to 538 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 20 h (3G)
Colors Blue, Red, White
Models Desire EYE, M910x, Desire_EYE
Price About 380 EUR
Performance Basemark X: 10249
Display Contrast ratio: 1311 (nominal), 2.815 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 65dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 74dB
Audio quality Noise -95.6dB / Crosstalk -91.3dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 70h

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Frequently asked questions

Is HTC Desire Eye worth buying in 2026?

HTC Desire Eye is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is HTC Desire Eye good for gaming?

HTC Desire Eye scores 57/100 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 Eye?

HTC Desire Eye has a 2,400 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does HTC Desire Eye have?

HTC Desire Eye features a 5.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does HTC Desire Eye have?

HTC Desire Eye is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for HTC Desire Eye?

Genze rates HTC Desire Eye 5.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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