HTC Desire 500
The HTC Desire 500 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play, built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 123g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
OS
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 5
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
217 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Weight
123g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
131.8 x 66.9 x 9.9 mm, 87.3 cc (5.19 x 2.63 x 0.39 in)
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
