HTC Desire 21 Pro (2021)

The manufacturer offers this phone with a 6.7 inch IPS display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 chipset, and 8 GB of RAM.

Will it prove its worth? I aim to reveal that by the end of my review.

Table of Contents

• HTC Desire 21 Pro specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the HTC Desire 21 Pro smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.

HTC Desire 21 Pro specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of the HTC Desire 21 Pro is still considered to be lightweight and portable. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a subscriber identity module (SIM), which is a chip card.

System, chipset, performance

The HTC Desire 21 Pro comes with Android OS v10.0 out of the box. Android is an open-source operating system. This means the source code is free to the public. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Dual-core 2 GHz Kryo 560, Hexa-core 1.7 GHz Kryo 560. Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices use Adreno GPUs.

Display type, size, resolution

People know IPS for its wide viewing angles. It also has accurate color reproduction. The 6.7 inch display should be big enough for our needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether we're reading, browsing, or watching. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.

Memory, storage

The 8 GB of RAM on the HTC Desire 21 Pro should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. Having more RAM alone does not guarantee better performance. The Desire 21 Pro has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than enough for their needs. We can expand the internal storage of the Desire 21 Pro (128 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

Multiple cameras or depth sensors can help the smartphone. They can make its portrait mode effects more appealing. The Desire 21 Pro does not have optical image stabilization (OIS).

Connectivity, network, wireless

The HTC Desire 21 Pro supports the latest 5G network technology. The Desire 21 Pro supports the latest Wi-Fi standards. We can use Bluetooth to connect our Desire 21 Pro smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. The Desire 21 Pro has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS. It is used to accurately measure and record outdoor activities. This phone is NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a light-weight, rechargeable battery. The Desire 21 Pro does not have a removable battery, it integrates the battery into the phone's design.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes. These are X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in Desire 21 Pro smartphones. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone. It lets the phone measure light intensity around the device.

Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use. With fast charging, we can get a significant amount of battery life in a few minutes of charging.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this HTC phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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Updated: June 5, 2024

I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.