HTC Desire 820
The HTC Desire 820 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 155g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,600 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
267 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,600 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable
Weight
155g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
157.7 x 78.7 x 7.7 mm (6.21 x 3.10 x 0.30 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Colors
Marble White, Tuxedo Grey, Santorini White, Milky-way Grey, Tangerine White, Saffron Grey, Flamingo Grey, Blue Misty, Monarch Orange
