HTC One A9
$284
Overview
HTC One A9 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 617 chipset, 13 main camera, and 2150 mAh battery.
Priced at $284, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of HTC One A9
The display of HTC One A9 measures 5 inches with AMOLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC One A9 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of HTC One A9 has 2150mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of HTC One A9 is powered by the Snapdragon 617 chipset with Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 680 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 405000.
The memory of HTC One A9 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.2.
The connectivity of HTC One A9 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC One A9 weighs 530g with Aluminum frame and metal back. Dimensions measure 145.8 x 70.8 x 7.3 mm.
The software of HTC One A9 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), Sense UI with Sense UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC One A9
HTC One A9 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC One A9 with Snapdragon 617 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC One A9 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HTC One A9 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 A9 has a 2150mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC One A9 at $284 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
HTC One A9 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
HTC One A9 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC One A9 has a 5-inch AMOLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The HTC One A9 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 617
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Americas |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Hybrid Dual 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 | $284 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145.8 x 70.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 530 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | metal |
| Colors | ["Carbon Gray", "Opal Silver", "Topaz Gold", "Deep Garnet", "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 | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 441 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 77 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| 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 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), Sense UI |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 617 |
| CPU | 2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex A76 + 6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex A55 |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X8 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 680 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 405000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.2 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV13850 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| 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, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | OIS + EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 4 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| 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 | 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 |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| 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 | Fingerprint (Front-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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2150 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC3 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 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 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), Sense UI |
| 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, 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!