HTC One Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
4.7", 1920 x 1080
Operating System
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Storage
32 GB
RAM
2 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 600
Battery
2300 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HTC One
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch
Height 137.4 mm Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Width 68.2 mm Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Depth 9.3 mm Better than 58 % of phones rated.
Weight 143 g Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Gold | Blue | Silver | Glamour red | Red | Black
Body Material Aluminium
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
SAR Value 0.86 W/kg
Connector Type Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
Micro-USB - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B
SIM Card Type (Size) Micro SIM

The HTC One has a height of 137.4 mm, a width of 68.2 mm and a thickness of 9.3 mm. The weight of the phone is 143 g.

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DISPLAY HTC One
Screen Size (Display Size) 4.7" Worse than 56 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 1920 x 1080 pixels Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Display Format Full HD
Pixel Density 468 ppi Better than 85 % of phones rated.
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Scratch-resistant glass

The screen size reaches 4.7" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you.

Display Resolution of HTC One is 1920 x 1080 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px. Display´s pixel density is 468 ppi and represents another significant factor affecting image sharpness besides resolution. The higher the value, the sharper the image. Average value is currently about 350-400 ppi, which guarantees a fine and sufficiently sharp image. Finest modern phone displays reach 450 ppi and above.

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PROCESSOR HTC One
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm Snapdragon 600
Clock Speed 1.7 GHz Better than 58 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Quad-core Worse than 57 % of phones rated.

HTC One is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 600. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. HTC One reaches the frequency of 1.7 GHz.

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MEMORY HTC One
RAM 2 GB Better than 55 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 32 GB Better than 62 % of phones rated.

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 32 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

RAM memory of the HTC One is 2 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA HTC One
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Type BSI-CMOS
Lens Aperture F/2.0 Worse than 52 % of phones rated.
Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) Better than 87 % of phones rated.
Minimum Focal Length (Focal Distance) 28 mm
HDR Mode Auto HDR mode
Light Source Flash
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Camera Features (Functions) HTC Zoe, HTC UltraPixel Camera, HTC VideoPic, HTC ImageChip 2, HTC Zoe Highlights, HTC Zoe Share
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 0

The rear camera of the HTC One has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The aperture of main lens reaches F/2.0 value. The best phones have a lens with an aperture of up to F/1.5, where more light can pass through sensor and photos will be of a high quality even in low light conditions. However, lenses with apertures around F/1.8 to F/2.2 are the most common. The lower the number after the slash, the better the photo quality. An undeniable advantage is the optical image stabilisation, which makes image significantly more stable without any loss in quality. Cheaper phone models are equipped with electronic stabilisation, which has a negative effect on the resulting image quality.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING HTC One
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 2300 mAh Better than 53 % of phones rated.
Standby Time 500 hours Better than 76 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 1080 minutes Better than 75 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk (WCDMA): up to 1080 min
Standby (WCDMA): up to 500 hrs
Battery Technology Lithium polymer

The battery size of HTC One is 2300 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

Standby time is 500 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. HTC One is provided with a talk time about 1080 minutes.

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CELLULAR HTC One
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G Better than 88 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
User Interface HTC Sense
Navigation A-GPS, GLONASS

HTC One supports 4G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean).

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COMMUNICATIONS HTC One
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, LTE
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services SMS, MMS

Fans of modern technology will appreciate NFC function, which allows, among other things, contactless mobile phone payments, but also finds other uses in connectivity, such as unlocking the door or loading the menu in restaurant using the NFC tag. Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 4.0, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA HTC One
Supported Digital Audio Standards WAV, WMA, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, AMR, MP3, FLAC, OGG, MIDI, M4A, WMA 9, apt-X
Supported Digital Video Standards AVI, MPEG-4, 3GP, WMV9
Sound Enhancements HTC BoomSound
FEATURES HTC One
Phone Functions Speakerphone, voice control, call timer, conference call, flight mode, voice dialing, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor
Personal Information Management Calendar, synchronization with PC, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features DLNA Certified, sharing media via DLNA, Beats Audio technology, HTC BlinkFeed, infrared remote control, HTC Sense Voice, HTC Sense TV
OTHERS HTC One
Included Accessories Power adapter

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