HTC Desire 816
The HTC Desire 816 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.5" · 156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
RAM5GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 165g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,600 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, February. Released 2014, March
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 6
RAM
5GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
267 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
Super LCD2
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,600 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
165g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.31 in)
Colors
Black, White, Red, Gray, Green
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC Desire 816 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the HTC Desire 816 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the HTC Desire 816 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The HTC Desire 816 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.
Yes, the HTC Desire 816 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the HTC Desire 816 has stereo speakers.
The HTC Desire 816 ships with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 6.
The HTC Desire 816 uses microUSB 2.0.
The HTC Desire 816 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot.
The HTC Desire 816 has 4.0, A2DP, aptX.
