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HTC Desire 828 (2015) review

Android OS v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Mediatek MT6753
Mali-T720 MP3
2 GB / 16 GB
5.5 inches (1080 x 1920 px)
13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization, UltraPixel

HTC announced the launch of the Desire 828 smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the HTC Desire 828 phone with 5.5 inches display, Mediatek MT6753 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.

The HTC Desire 828 comes with Android OS v5.1.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2800 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (1080 x 1920 px).

HTC Desire 828 specifications

BrandHTC
NameDesire 828
ModelD828
Release date2015

Body

The weight of HTC Desire 828 is about 5.29 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this HTC phone are average (6.21 x 3.11 x 0.31 inches).

Weight5.29 oz
Dimensions6.21 x 3.11 x 0.31 inches
Colorsgray, white
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The HTC Desire 828 comes with Android OS v5.1.1 (Lollipop) 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 v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
SoCMediatek MT6753
CPUOcta-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720 MP3

Display

The size of Desire 828 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5.5 inches IPS display of HTC Desire 828 with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeIPS
Screen size5.5 inches
Resolution1080 x 1920 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of HTC Desire 828 (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM2 GB
Internal storage16 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Desire 828 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 Desire 828 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 camera13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization, UltraPixel
FlashLED

Connectivity

The HTC Desire 828 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 828 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 828 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 b/g/n
Bluetoothv4.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Po 2800 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 828 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 2800 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 828 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. The Dual SIM capability of HTC Desire 828 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM, 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 828, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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