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HTC Desire SV Specifications
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Released 2012, Nov 15
Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
- 131g, 10.7mm thickness
- Android 4.0.4, Sense UI
- 4GB 768MB RAM storage, microSDHC slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.9 | — |
| Display | 5.1 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.3"
480x800 pixels
8MP
480p
768MB RAM
Snapdragon S4 Play
1620mAh
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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 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, November. Released 2012, November |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 129.7 x 67.9 x 10.7 mm (5.11 x 2.67 x 0.42 in) |
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| Weight | 131 g (4.62 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM) |
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Display
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Type | Super LCD2 |
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| Size | 4.3 inches, 52.6 cm2 (~59.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 | |
| GPU | Adreno 203 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 4GB 768MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 480p@30fps |
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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 | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
|---|---|---|
| ??? | Dropbox (25 GB cloud storage) MP4/H.264/WMV player MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player Document viewer Photo viewer/editor |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 1620 mAh, removable |
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Misc
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Colors | Radical Yellow, Stealth Black |
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| SAR | 0.64 W/kg (head) 0.69 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 270 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HTC Desire SV worth buying in 2026?
HTC Desire SV is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of HTC Desire SV?
HTC Desire SV has a 1,620 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HTC Desire SV have?
HTC Desire SV features a 4.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for HTC Desire SV?
Genze rates HTC Desire SV 4.3/10 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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