HTC 10
The HTC 10 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.2" · 145.9 x 71.9 x 9 mm (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage32GB | 64GB
Main Camera12 MP · Laser AF
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Razor-sharp 565 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓Lightweight at 161g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm) for simple tasks only
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, April 12. Released 2016, April 12
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Sense UI
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
565 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
Super LCD5
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
Main Camera Features
Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, QC3, 50% in 30 min
📱 Design & Build
Weight
161g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
145.9 x 71.9 x 9 mm (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Carbon Gray, Topaz Gold, Glacier Silver, Camellia Red
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC 10 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the HTC 10 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the HTC 10 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3, 50% in 30 min).
Yes, the HTC 10 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The HTC 10 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.
Yes, the HTC 10 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the HTC 10 has stereo speakers.
The HTC 10 ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Sense UI.
The HTC 10 uses USB Type-C 3.1.
The HTC 10 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
The HTC 10 has 4.2, A2DP, aptX.
