HTC U11 Life
$180
Overview
HTC U11 Life is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.2-inch LCD, Snapdragon 630 chipset, 16 main camera, and 2600 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC U11 Life
The display of HTC U11 Life measures 5.2 inches with LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC U11 Life features 1 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of HTC U11 Life has 2600mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of HTC U11 Life is powered by the Snapdragon 630 chipset with Adreno 508 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 850 single-core and 4100 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 90000.
The memory of HTC U11 Life offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of HTC U11 Life includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC U11 Life weighs 142.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP67. Dimensions measure 149.1 x 72.9 x 8.1 mm.
The software of HTC U11 Life runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Android One with Android One. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC U11 Life
HTC U11 Life has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC U11 Life with Snapdragon 630 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC U11 Life receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HTC U11 Life 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 U11 Life has IP67 water resistance for protection against splashes and brief submersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
HTC U11 Life has a 2600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC U11 Life at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC U11 Life supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
HTC U11 Life is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC U11 Life has a 5.2-inch LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC U11 Life 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
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 630
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 | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $350 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 149.1 x 72.9 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 142.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Brilliant Black", "Sapphire Blue", "Ice White"] |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Rugged Certifications | IP67 |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 424 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 68.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Android One |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 630 |
| CPU | Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 508 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF, HDR |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 850 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4100 |
| AnTuTu Score | 90000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) - single-SIM model;; microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual-SIM model |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV16880 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | 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 | 1/3.1 |
| 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 | Qualcomm Aqstic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| 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) | 2600 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W charger |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Android One |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android One |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic Android privacy |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, SIM tool |
| 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!