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HTC Evo 4G LTE

$150

Overview

HTC Evo 4G LTE is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 4.7-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset, 8 main camera, and 2000 mAh battery.

Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of HTC Evo 4G LTE

The display of HTC Evo 4G LTE measures 4.7 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.

Size
4.7 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
720x1280 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
450 nits

The camera system of HTC Evo 4G LTE features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
8
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
1080p

The battery of HTC Evo 4G LTE has 2000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
2000mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of HTC Evo 4G LTE is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset with Adreno 225 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 500 single-core and 1500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.

Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 225
Geekbench Single
500
Geekbench Multi
1500
AnTuTu Score
15000

The memory of HTC Evo 4G LTE offers 1GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses DDR2 technology. Storage is 16GB 1GB RAM.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
16GB
RAM Type
DDR2
Storage Type
16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of HTC Evo 4G LTE includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0
NFC
Yes

The build of HTC Evo 4G LTE weighs 134.0g with Aluminum frame and soft-touch plastic back. Dimensions measure 134.8 x 68.9 x 8.9 mm.

Dimensions
134.8 x 68.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight
134.0g
Frame
Aluminum
Back
soft-touch plastic

The software of HTC Evo 4G LTE runs Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4 with Sense UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4
UI
Sense UI
Update Policy
1 years

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HTC Evo 4G LTE offers competitive value at $150 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$150 price point
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
4.7" display

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HTC Evo 4G LTE vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

HTC Evo 4G LTE offers competitive value at $150 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$150 price point
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
4.7" display

Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Evo 4G LTE

HTC Evo 4G LTE has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

HTC Evo 4G LTE with Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

HTC Evo 4G LTE receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

HTC Evo 4G LTE has a 2000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

HTC Evo 4G LTE at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

HTC Evo 4G LTE supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

HTC Evo 4G LTE is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

HTC Evo 4G LTE has a 4.7-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The HTC Evo 4G LTE 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

4.7"

Main Camera

8

Chipset

Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyCDMA / EVDO / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMini-SIM
Dual SIM ModeSingle SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2012
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$600

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)134.8 x 68.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight (g)134.0
Build MaterialsAluminum frame, plastic back
FrameAluminum
Back Finishsoft-touch plastic
Colors["Gray", "White"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)4.7
Resolution (px)720x1280 pixels
Aspect Ratio1:2
Pixel Density (ppi)282
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)65.6
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)450
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)240
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemMDM9615
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-Core500
Geekbench Multi-Core1500
AnTuTu Score15000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeDDR2
Storage16GB
Storage Type16GB 1GB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 5.0
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionbasic

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor8
Main Sensor Size1/3.2"
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/2.0, 28mm
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Featuresbasic
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution1.3
Sensor SizeN/A
Aperturef/2.0
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video720p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlockbasic

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res AudioN/A
Spatial Audio / Dolby AtmosN/A
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsaptX
DAC/AmpBasic

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0
NFC
IR BlasterN/A
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Rear-Mounted)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall SensorN/A
Color Temp SensorN/A
Health SensorsBasic
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)2000
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired StandardQualcomm Quick Charge 1.0
0-50% Time (mins)90 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box10W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherSense UI
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeN/A
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, headset, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

HTC Evo 4G LTE Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the HTC Evo 4G LTE covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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