HTC announced the launch of the Desire 816 smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the HTC Desire 816 phone with 5.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928 chipset, 1.5 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The HTC Desire 816 comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable battery.
HTC Desire 816 specifications
| Brand | HTC |
|---|---|
| Name | Desire 816 |
| Model | D816 |
| Release date | 2014 |
Body
The weight of HTC Desire 816 is about 5.82 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this HTC phone are average (6.17 x 3.1 x 0.31 inches).
| Weight | 5.82 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.17 x 3.1 x 0.31 inches |
| Colors | black, gray, green, red, white |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The HTC Desire 816 comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) 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 version | Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8928 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
Display
The size of Desire 816 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches Super LCD2 display of HTC Desire 816 with 720 x 1280 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | Super LCD2 |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.5 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of HTC Desire 816 (1.5 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 1.5 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 8 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Desire 816 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.
| Selfie camera | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The HTC Desire 816 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 Desire 816 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 Desire 816 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 2600 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 Desire 816 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 2600 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. 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 Desire 816 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.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | HTC Sense 6 |
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 Desire 816, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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