HTC Desire 816
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Design6
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Rear Camera8
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 -
Quad Core, 1.6 GHz -
1.5 GB RAM
Display
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5.5 inches (13.97 cm); S-LCD 2 -
720x1280 px (HD)
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 13 MP Primary Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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5 MP -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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2600 mAh
General
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SIM1: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
8 GB internal storage, Expandable upto 128 GB
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Verdict
A smartphone is supposed to be a Swiss Army knife, serving up a multitude of functionalities rather than just being a communications device. And when it comes to versatility, the HTC Desire 816 manages to differentiate itself well amongst the crowd, standing out thanks to a good blend of looks and performance.One of our gripes with the device is that it doesn’t really have that one killer feature that would make it extremely flaunt-worthy. It’s also quite large for a device with a 5.5-inch display. However, it racks up brownie points on most other fronts. In case you need a phablet with C...
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Pros
- Stylish looks
- Smooth performance
- Supports CDMA on the primary slot
- Capable snapper
- Very good battery life
Cons
- Large size could be unwieldy for some
- Glossy plastic back could be prone to scratches
- No killer feature
Specs at a glance
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5.5-inch, 1,280 x 720 display
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Style is its middle name
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Encased in white plastic (it also comes in a more sedate black), the HTC Desire 816 looks unusually large for a device with a 5.5-inch display. Thanks to the wide bezels, especially above and below the screen, it could be a tad unwieldy to hold for those with small hands, but that said, looks gorgeous.
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720 reasons to love the display
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A resolution of 1,280 x 720 pixels on a 5.5-inch screen doesn’t sound too exciting in a space full of 1080p displays, and results in a pixel density of a middling 267 ppi. This is just what the spec sheet says, but the reality is that the Super LCD2 display on the Desire 816 is pretty good. It throws up lovely visuals without any signs of pixelation, and makes colours stand out. The text is sharp, and everything from gaming to media viewing gets a boost. We don’t have anything to complain regarding the viewing angles and sunlight legibility either.
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Dumps UltraPixels in favour of 13 megapixels
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While the One M8 rocks an UltraPixel snapper, complete with a depth sensor, the Desire 816 sticks to a more conventional 13-megapixel rear shooter instead. Also on offer is a 5-meg snapper in the front, handling selfie and video-calling duties.
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KitKat and Sense at the base
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It won’t be unfair to expect any Android device launched recently to be running KitKat, and the Desire 816 runs exactly that. HTC’s proprietary skin, Sense version 6 sits on top as usual.
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Smooth operator
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The 1.6GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor mated to 1.5GB of RAM keeps things fairly snappy. Routine tasks runs smoothly and without lag, and even graphics-heavy games play quite well. Suffice it to say that the Desire 816 won’t let you down as far as performance is concerned.
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Verdict
A smartphone is supposed to be a Swiss Army knife, serving up a multitude of functionalities rather than just being a communications device. And when it comes to versatility, the HTC Desire 816 manages to differentiate itself well amongst the crowd, standing out thanks to a good blend of looks and performance.One of our gripes with the device is that it doesn’t really have that one killer feature that would make it extremely flaunt-worthy. It’s also quite large for a device with a 5.5-inch display. However, it racks up brownie points on most other fronts. In case you need a phablet with C... Read Full Verdict
- Stylish looks
- Smooth performance
- Supports CDMA on the primary slot
- Capable snapper
- Very good battery life
Pros
- Large size could be unwieldy for some
- Glossy plastic back could be prone to scratches
- No killer feature
Cons
5.5-inch, 1,280 x 720 display
Read MoreEncased in white plastic (it also comes in a more sedate black), the HTC Desire 816 looks unusually large for a device with a 5.5-inch display. Thanks to the wide bezels, especially above and below the screen, it could be a tad unwieldy to hold for those with small hands, but that said, looks gorgeous.
Read MoreA resolution of 1,280 x 720 pixels on a 5.5-inch screen doesn’t sound too exciting in a space full of 1080p displays, and results in a pixel density of a middling 267 ppi. This is just what the spec sheet says, but the reality is that the Super LCD2 display on the Desire 816 is pretty good. It throws up lovely visuals without any signs of pixelation, and makes colours stand out. The text is sharp, and everything from gaming to media viewing gets a boost. We don’t have anything to complain regarding the viewing angles and sunlight legibility either.
Read MoreWhile the One M8 rocks an UltraPixel snapper, complete with a depth sensor, the Desire 816 sticks to a more conventional 13-megapixel rear shooter instead. Also on offer is a 5-meg snapper in the front, handling selfie and video-calling duties.
Read MoreIt won’t be unfair to expect any Android device launched recently to be running KitKat, and the Desire 816 runs exactly that. HTC’s proprietary skin, Sense version 6 sits on top as usual.
Read MoreThe 1.6GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor mated to 1.5GB of RAM keeps things fairly snappy. Routine tasks runs smoothly and without lag, and even graphics-heavy games play quite well. Suffice it to say that the Desire 816 won’t let you down as far as performance is concerned.
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HTC Desire 816 Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | April 21, 2014 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v4.4.2 (Kitkat) |
| Custom UI | HTC Sense |
Performance
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8228 |
| Processor | Quad core, 1.6 GHz, Cortex A7 |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 305 |
| RAM | 1.5 GB |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Geekbench3 Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | S-LCD 2 |
| Screen Size | 5.5 inches (13.97 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1280 px (HD) |
| Pixel Density | 267 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 67.51 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
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Design |
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| Height | 156.6 mm |
| Width | 78.7 mm |
| Thickness | 8 mm |
| Weight | 165 grams |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||
| Image Resolution | 4160 x 3120 Pixels | |||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Simultaneous HD video and image recording Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @60 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 2600 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer |
| TalkTime | Up to 21 Hours(3G) |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 8 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 128 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass |
HTC Desire 816 User Reviews
HTC Desire 816 Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8228 |
| RAM & Storage | 1.5 GB + 8 GB |
| Display | 5.5", 720 x 1280 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2600 mAh |
HTC Desire 816 Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| HTC Desire 816 (1 GB + 8 GB) | ₹27,390 |
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