HTC Desire 516 dual sim
The HTC Desire 516 dual sim is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 160g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,950 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 5.1
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
220 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD,
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,950 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 1950 mAh, removable
Weight
160g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
140 x 72 x 9.7 mm (5.51 x 2.83 x 0.38 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
