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HTC 10 (2016) review

Android OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996
Adreno 530
4 GB / 32 GB
5.2 inches (1440 x 2560 px)
12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization

HTC announced the launch of the 10 smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the HTC 10 phone with 5.2 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.

The HTC 10 comes with Android OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow) out of the box, and a Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable battery.

HTC 10 specifications

BrandHTC
Name10
Model10
Release date2016

Body

The weight of HTC 10 is about 5.68 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this HTC phone are average (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.35 inches).

Weight5.68 oz
Dimensions5.74 x 2.83 x 0.35 inches
Colorsgold, gray, red, silver
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The HTC 10 comes with Android OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996
CPUQuad-core, Dual-core 2.15 GHz Kryo, Dual-core 1.6 GHz Kryo
GPUAdreno 530

Display

The size of 10 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.2 inches Super LCD 5 display of HTC 10 with 1440 x 2560 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeSuper LCD 5
Screen size5.2 inches
Resolution1440 x 2560 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of HTC 10 (4 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (32 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM4 GB
Internal storage32 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the 10 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of 10 has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Selfie camera5 MP
Main camera12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization
FlashDual LED

Connectivity

The HTC 10 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The 10 comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The 10 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv4.2, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of 10 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The 10 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This HTC phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The 10 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, proximity
SpecialsCorning Gorilla Glass 4

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the HTC 10, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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