HTC One S C2
The HTC One S C2 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.3" · 130.9 x 65 x 7.8 mm (5.15 x 2.56 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
RAM1GB
Storage16GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.3" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 119.5g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,650 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 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
Announced
2012, May. Released 2012, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.7 GHz Scorpion
OS
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
256 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,650 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Non-removable Li-Po 1650 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
119.5g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
130.9 x 65 x 7.8 mm (5.15 x 2.56 x 0.31 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC One S C2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the HTC One S C2 does not support a memory card.
The HTC One S C2 SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the HTC One S C2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The HTC One S C2 ships with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI.
The HTC One S C2 uses microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out).
The HTC One S C2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot.
The HTC One S C2 has 4.0, A2DP, aptX.
