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HTC First phone review — specs and Genze score

HTC First Specifications

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Released 2013, Apr 15

1 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)

  • 123.9g, 8.9mm thickness
  • Android 4.1, Facebook Home UI
  • 16GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.5
Display 5.1
Performance 3.7
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.5/10

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Quick specifications

4.3"

720x1280 pixels

5MP

1080p

1GB RAM

Snapdragon 400

2000mAh

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4.5 /10
Performance 3.7/10
Battery 3.5/10
Display 5.1/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.40 GHz BT 4.0 2013

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
??? HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - AT&T
4G bands 2, 4, 5, 17 - AT&T
Speed HSPA
Announced 2013, April. Released 2013, April
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 126 x 65 x 8.9 mm (4.96 x 2.56 x 0.35 in)
Weight 123.9 g (4.34 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Type Super LCD
Size 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
OS Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Facebook Home UI
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU Dual-core 1.4 GHz Krait
GPU Adreno 305
Card slot No
Internal 16GB 1GB RAM
??? eMMC 4.5
Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 1.6 MP
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable
Stand-by Up to 432 h
Talk time Up to 14 h 20 min
Colors White, Black, Red, Pale Blue
Price About 200 EUR
Audio quality Noise -89.7dB / Crosstalk -88.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 57h

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HTC First

Frequently asked questions

Is HTC First worth buying in 2026?

HTC First is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of HTC First?

HTC First has a 2,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does HTC First have?

HTC First features a 4.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does HTC First have?

HTC First is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for HTC First?

Genze rates HTC First 4.5/10 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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