HTC Panache
The HTC Panache is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.8" · 122.2 x 62.5 x 11.1 mm (4.81 x 2.46 x 0.44 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
RAM768MB
Storage768MB | 8GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓768GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 150g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 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, June. Released 2011, July
Also Known As
For North CanadaAlso known as HTC Panache 4G
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 2
RAM
768MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
246 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 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
150g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
122.2 x 62.5 x 11.1 mm (4.81 x 2.46 x 0.44 in)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC Panache does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the HTC Panache supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The HTC Panache SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the HTC Panache has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The HTC Panache ships with Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 2.
The HTC Panache uses microUSB 2.0.
The HTC Panache supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot.
The HTC Panache has 2.1, A2DP, EDR.
