HTC Desire 530
The HTC Desire 530 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 140g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
5GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super LCD
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,200 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2200 mAh, non-removable
Weight
140g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.9 x 70.9 x 8.3 mm (5.78 x 2.79 x 0.33 in)
