HTC Merge
The HTC Merge is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM7630, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Android 2.2 (Froyo)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.8" · 120.7 x 61.9 x 13.8 mm (4.75 x 2.44 x 0.54 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7630
RAM512MB
Storage2GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM7630 for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 246 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2011, February. Released 2011, April
Also Known As
For US Cellular, Alltel, VerizonAlso known as HTC Lexikon, HTC ADR6325
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7630
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Android 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
246 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
S-LCD
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
198g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
120.7 x 61.9 x 13.8 mm (4.75 x 2.44 x 0.54 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps / HSPA
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC Merge does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO.
Yes, the HTC Merge supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The HTC Merge SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the HTC Merge has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The HTC Merge ships with Android 2.2 (Froyo), Sense UI.
The HTC Merge uses microUSB 2.0.
The HTC Merge supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The HTC Merge has 2.1, A2DP, EDR.
