HTC Desire 820
$365
Overview
HTC Desire 820 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5.5-inch LCD, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 13 main camera, and 2600 mAh battery.
Priced at $365, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of HTC Desire 820
The display of HTC Desire 820 measures 5.5 inches with LCD technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC Desire 820 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of HTC Desire 820 has 2600mAh capacity with 33 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of HTC Desire 820 is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Mali-G615 MC2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2400 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 711000.
The memory of HTC Desire 820 offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 3.1.
The connectivity of HTC Desire 820 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC Desire 820 weighs 597g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 157.7 x 78.7 x 7.7 mm.
The software of HTC Desire 820 runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 with Sense UI 7. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Desire 820
HTC Desire 820 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC Desire 820 with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC Desire 820 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
HTC Desire 820 has a 2600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC Desire 820 at $365 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
HTC Desire 820 supports 33 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
HTC Desire 820 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC Desire 820 has a 5.5-inch LCD with 120Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes Dolby Vision.
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Verdict
The HTC Desire 820 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - EMEA, Asia |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual Stand-by |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $365 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 157.7 x 78.7 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 597 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Marble White", "Tuxedo Grey", "Santorini White", "Milky-way Grey", "Tangerine White", "Saffron Grey", "Flamingo Grey", "Blue Misty", "Monarch Orange"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| 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) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 140:99 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 283 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 86 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | Dolby Vision |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| 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 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | 4xCortex A78 2.5GHz + 4xCortex A55 2.0GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G615 MC2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2400 |
| AnTuTu Score | 711000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV13850 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.64 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| 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 | 8 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.3 |
| 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 | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2600 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 33 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Sense UI 7 |
| 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 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!