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HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G

The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2021).

2021 · Mid-range · Android 10
Overall
A+
Performance
A
Display
A
Battery
A
Camera
A+
Charging
B
Software
B+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size6.7" · 167.1 x 78.1 x 9.4 mm (6.58 x 3.07 x 0.37 in)
ChipsetQualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm)
RAM8GB
Storage128GB
Main Camera48 MP · Dual-LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓8GB of RAM — sufficient for smooth multitasking
✓6.7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Qualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Available
Announced
2021, January 13
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 560 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 560 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 619
OS
Android 10
RAM
8GB
Smooth for most users
Storage
128GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 Display
Size
6.7"
Resolution
1080×2400
Sharpness
393 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD, HDR10, 90Hz
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Selfie
16 MP
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
Selfie Features
HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging
18W wired, QC4
📱 Design & Build
Weight
205g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
167.1 x 78.1 x 9.4 mm (6.58 x 3.07 x 0.37 in)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Blue, Purple
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
No
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G supports 5G connectivity.
Yes, the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC4).
Yes, the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
No, the HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G ships with Android 10.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G has 5.1, A2DP, LE.

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