HTC U Ultra
$250
Overview
HTC U Ultra is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.7-inch LCD, Snapdragon 821 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of HTC U Ultra
The display of HTC U Ultra measures 5.7 inches with LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 550 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC U Ultra features 1 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of HTC U Ultra has 3000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of HTC U Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 821 chipset with Adreno 530 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1650 single-core and 3900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 155000.
The memory of HTC U Ultra offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of HTC U Ultra includes 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 U Ultra weighs 170.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 162.4 x 79.8 x 8 mm.
The software of HTC U Ultra runs Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) with HTC Sense. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC U Ultra
HTC U Ultra has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, HTC U Ultra is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 821 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
HTC U Ultra receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
HTC U Ultra has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC U Ultra at $250 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 821. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
HTC U Ultra supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
HTC U Ultra is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC U Ultra has a 5.7-inch LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 550 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC U Ultra delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.7"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 821
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $749 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162.4 x 79.8 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 170.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5 or Sapphire crystal), glass back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Brilliant Black", "Cosmetic Pink", "Ice White", "Sapphire Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.7 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 515 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 69.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 550 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (64 GB version)Sapphire crystal glass (128 GB version) |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 821 |
| CPU | Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) |
| GPU | Adreno 530 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 155000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX378 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| 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 | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.06 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Hi-Res Audio certified |
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 |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| 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, SpO2 |
| 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) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | HTC Sense |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB-C 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 U Ultra Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the HTC U Ultra covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 821 chipset for smooth performance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average