HTC 10
$156
Overview
HTC 10 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.2-inch LCD, Snapdragon 820 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $156, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC 10
The display of HTC 10 measures 5.2 inches with LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC 10 features 1 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of HTC 10 has 3000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of HTC 10 is powered by the Snapdragon 820 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1800 single-core and 4200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 251400.
The memory of HTC 10 offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of HTC 10 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC 10 weighs 356g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, MIL-STD-810G, IP69. Dimensions measure 145.9 x 71.9 x 9 mm.
The software of HTC 10 runs Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Sense UI with Sense UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC 10
HTC 10 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, HTC 10 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 820 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
HTC 10 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HTC 10 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, HTC 10 is water resistant with IP68, MIL-STD-810G, IP69 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
HTC 10 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC 10 at $156 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 820. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC 10 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
HTC 10 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC 10 has a 5.2-inch LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC 10 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.2"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 820
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $156 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145.9 x 71.9 x 9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 356 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate, Titanium |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Carbon Gray", "Topaz Gold", "Glacier Silver", "Camellia Red"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, MIL-STD-810G, IP69 |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:19 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 432 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2.5D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Sense UI |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 820 |
| CPU | 2x1.6 GHz Cortex A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1800 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 251400 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5KGM2 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | Hynix HI-846 |
| Aperture | f/1.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | 24-bit DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC3 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | N/A |
| Battery Health Features | Standard charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Sense UI |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Sense UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Permissions |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, Earphones, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
HTC 10 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the HTC 10 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 820 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average