HTC Wildfire R70
$120
Overview
HTC Wildfire R70 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6763 Helio P23 (16 nm) chipset, 16 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $120, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC Wildfire R70
The display of HTC Wildfire R70 measures 6.53 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC Wildfire R70 features 3 rear cameras: 16 main, 5MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of HTC Wildfire R70 has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of HTC Wildfire R70 is powered by the Mediatek MT6763 Helio P23 (16 nm) chipset with Mali-G71 MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 90000.
The memory of HTC Wildfire R70 offers 2GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of HTC Wildfire R70 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of HTC Wildfire R70 weighs 186.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 163.2 x 77.8 x 8.9 mm.
The software of HTC Wildfire R70 runs Android 9 (Pie) with HTC Sense. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Wildfire R70
HTC Wildfire R70 has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC Wildfire R70 with Mediatek MT6763 Helio P23 (16 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC Wildfire R70 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
HTC Wildfire R70 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
HTC Wildfire R70 at $120 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC Wildfire R70 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
HTC Wildfire R70 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC Wildfire R70 has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC Wildfire R70 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
6.53"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Mediatek MT6763 Helio P23 (16 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 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 SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | Cancelled |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.2 x 77.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 186.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Aurora Blue", "Night black"] |
| 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) | 6.53 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 240:427 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 245 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| 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 9 (Pie) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6763 Helio P23 (16 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G71 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Mediatek MT6763 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 90000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV16B10 |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 5MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| 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 | 1/4" |
| 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 | AAC, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 75 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9 (Pie) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | HTC Sense |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, User 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!