HTC DROID DNA
The HTC DROID DNA is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 441 PPI screen
✓Lightweight at 141.7g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,020 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI 4+
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
441 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super LCD3
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,020 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2020 mAh, non-removable
Weight
141.7g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
141 x 70.5 x 9.7 mm (5.55 x 2.78 x 0.38 in)
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
