HTC Butterfly S
$150
Overview
HTC Butterfly S is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 5-inch LCD, Snapdragon 600 chipset, 4 main camera, and 3200 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC Butterfly S
The display of HTC Butterfly S measures 5 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 Butterfly S features 1 rear cameras: 4 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of HTC Butterfly S has 3200mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of HTC Butterfly S is powered by the Snapdragon 600 chipset with Adreno 320 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 450 single-core and 1300 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 22000.
The memory of HTC Butterfly S offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of HTC Butterfly S includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC Butterfly S weighs 160.0g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 144.5 x 70.5 x 10.6 mm.
The software of HTC Butterfly S runs Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat), Sense UI 5 with Sense UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Butterfly S
HTC Butterfly S has a 4 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC Butterfly S with Snapdragon 600 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC Butterfly S receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HTC Butterfly S supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
HTC Butterfly S has a 3200mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC Butterfly S at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC Butterfly S supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
HTC Butterfly S is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC Butterfly S has a 5-inch LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC Butterfly S 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"
Main Camera
4
Chipset
Snapdragon 600
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Asia version |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $650 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144.5 x 70.5 x 10.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 160.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum unibody |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Black", "White", "Red", "Gray"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| 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 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 233 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 67.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| 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 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat), Sense UI 5 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 600 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.9 GHz Krait 300 |
| GPU | Adreno 320 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MDM9215M |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 450 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1300 |
| AnTuTu Score | 22000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 4 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX135 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2.1 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm WCD9310 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 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 | Micro-USB |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3200 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/2A |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat), Sense UI 5 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Sense UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, headset, 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!