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HTC Desire HD Specs Prices Pros & Cons Unveiled

Release Date
2010, October
Camera
8MP
Battery
1230mAh
Processor
Snapdragon S2
Screen
4.3"
Storage
1.5GB; 768MB RAM , microSDHC slot
Ram
768MB RAM
Operating System
Android 2.2, 2.3, not up to 4.0, Sense UI

Key Features of HTC Desire HD

  • Network Technology: GSM / HSPA with speeds of up to HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
  • Strong Build: Dimensions of 123 x 68 x 11.8 mm and a weight of 164 g
  • Display: 4.3-inch LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass protection
  • Operating System: Android 2.2 (Froyo) and upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread) with HTC Sense UI
  • Processor: Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 with 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU
  • Memory: 1.5GB internal storage, 768MB RAM and expandable with microSDHC
  • Main Camera: 8 MP with autofocus and Dual-LED flash, supports 720p video recording
  • Audio: 3.5mm jack and loudspeaker available
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n with DLNA and hotspot capabilities, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS with A-GPS
  • Battery: Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh with up to 9 h 15 min talk time on 2G
  • Additional Features: Accelerometer, proximity, and compass sensors

HTC Desire HD Main Drawbacks

  • No front-facing selfie camera for video calls.
  • Limited internal memory of only 1.5GB, reliant on microSD expansion.
  • Outdated Android OS, not upgradable beyond version 2.3 (Gingerbread).
  • Relatively low battery capacity at 1230 mAh, potential short battery life.
  • Discontinued model, limited availability for support and accessories.
  • Heavier and bulkier compared to modern smartphones, weighing 164 g.
  • Older Bluetooth version 2.1, lacks modern connectivity features.
  • Relatively low screen resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, lower display clarity.
Network
Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps or HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps (carrier dependent)
Launch
Announced 2010, September. Released 2010, October
Status Discontinued
Body
Dimensions 123 x 68 x 11.8 mm (4.84 x 2.68 x 0.46 in)
Weight 164 g (5.78 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Display
Type LCD
Size 4.3 inches, 52.6 cm2 (~62.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
Platform
OS Android 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU 1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU Adreno 205
Memory
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Internal 1.5GB; 768MB RAM
Main Camera
Single 8 MP, AF
Features Dual-LED flash
Video 720p
Selfie camera
Sound
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0
Features
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Browser HTML, Adobe Flash
Battery
Type Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 490 h (2G) / Up to 420 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 9 h 15 min (2G) / Up to 5 h 30 min (3G)
Misc
Colors Black, Brown
SAR 0.47 W/kg (head)     0.84 W/kg (body)
Price About 150 EUR
Tests
Camera Photo
Loudspeaker Voice 69dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 78dB
Audio quality Noise -90.6dB / Crosstalk -92.6dB

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