HTC Pure
The HTC Pure is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM7201A, built for basic everyday tasks (2009).
2009 · Entry-level · Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5 Professionalⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.2" · 108 x 53 x 13.7 mm (4.25 x 2.09 x 0.54 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7201A
RAM288MB
Storage288MB | 512MB
Main Camera5 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓288GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 117.5g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM7201A for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2009, October. Released 2009, October
Also Known As
For AT&THTC Topaz platform
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7201A
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional
RAM
288MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
292 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
117.5g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
108 x 53 x 13.7 mm (4.25 x 2.09 x 0.54 in)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC Pure does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the HTC Pure supports microSD expandable storage.
The HTC Pure SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
No, the HTC Pure does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The HTC Pure uses miniUSB.
The HTC Pure supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g.
The HTC Pure has 2.0, A2DP.
