HTC One M9
$250
Overview
HTC One M9 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch LCD, Snapdragon 810 chipset, 20 main camera, and 2840 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of HTC One M9
The display of HTC One M9 measures 5 inches with LCD technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC One M9 features 1 rear cameras: 20 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of HTC One M9 has 2840mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of HTC One M9 is powered by the Snapdragon 810 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 619 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1200 single-core and 3500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 385000.
The memory of HTC One M9 offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS 2.1.
The connectivity of HTC One M9 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC One M9 weighs 215g with Aluminum frame and metal back. Dimensions measure 144.6 x 69.7 x 9.6 mm.
The software of HTC One M9 runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), Sense UI 7 with Sense UI 7. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC One M9
HTC One M9 has a 20 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, HTC One M9 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 810 chipset and 120Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
HTC One M9 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HTC One M9 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 One M9 has a 2840mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC One M9 at $250 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 810. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
HTC One M9 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
HTC One M9 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC One M9 has a 5-inch LCD with 120Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC One M9 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"
Main Camera
20
Chipset
Snapdragon 810
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $649 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144.6 x 69.7 x 9.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 215 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | metal |
| Colors | ["Gunmetal Gray", "Amber Gold", "Silver/Rose gold", "Gold/Pink", "Pink"] |
| 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 | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 441 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| 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 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 810 |
| CPU | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold + 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 619 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X10 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1200 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 385000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 20 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5KJN1 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.64 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | dual-tone 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 | 4 |
| Sensor Size | ƒ/2.2 |
| 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, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | 24-bit DAC |
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 | 4.1 |
| 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) | 2840 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 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 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Window | 2 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 | 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!
HTC One M9 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the HTC One M9 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 810 chipset for smooth performance
- + Smooth 120Hz+ display
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average