HTC Desire 626s
$70
Overview
HTC Desire 626s is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 210 chipset, 8 main camera, and 2000 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC Desire 626s
The display of HTC Desire 626s measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC Desire 626s features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of HTC Desire 626s has 2000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of HTC Desire 626s is powered by the Snapdragon 210 chipset with ARM Mali-G52-MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 450 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 210000.
The memory of HTC Desire 626s offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of HTC Desire 626s includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of HTC Desire 626s weighs 204g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 146.8 x 70.9 x 8.1 mm.
The software of HTC Desire 626s runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 with Sense UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Desire 626s
HTC Desire 626s has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC Desire 626s with Snapdragon 210 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC Desire 626s receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
HTC Desire 626s has a 2000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC Desire 626s at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC Desire 626s supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
HTC Desire 626s is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC Desire 626s has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC Desire 626s 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
8
Chipset
Snapdragon 210
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - T-Mobile |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM stand-by |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.8 x 70.9 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 204 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 210 |
| CPU | Octa-Core 4 x ARM Cortex-A55 at 1.8 GHz + 2 x ARM Cortex-A75 at 2.0 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G52-MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 450 |
| AnTuTu Score | 210000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| 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 | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | electronic |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| 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) | 2000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 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 | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Sense UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, 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!