The HTC Desire 600 dual sim is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Overall
A
Performance
A
Display
A
Battery
B+
Camera
B+
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.5" · 134.8 x 67 x 9.3 mm (5.31 x 2.64 x 0.37 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 130g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,860 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm) 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
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2013, May. Released 2013, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8625Q Snapdragon 200 (45 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
Adreno 203
OS
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
8GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 Display
Size
4.5"
Resolution
540×960
Sharpness
245 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
Super LCD2
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
720p@24fps
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Selfie
6 MP
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,860 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1860 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
130g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
134.8 x 67 x 9.3 mm (5.31 x 2.64 x 0.37 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Colors
Black, White
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA
Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC
Yes (Market dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
Stereo FM radio, RDS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC Desire 600 dual sim does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the HTC Desire 600 dual sim has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
