HTC Touch 3G
The HTC Touch 3G is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1, built for basic everyday tasks (2008).
2008 · Entry-level · Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professionalⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size2.8" · 102 x 53.6 x 14.5 mm (4.02 x 2.11 x 0.57 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1
RAM192MB
Storage192MB | 256MB
Main Camera15 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓192GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 96g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1 for simple tasks only
✗Lower-resolution 143 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2008, September. Released 2008, November
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
RAM
192MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
143 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
15 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
96g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
102 x 53.6 x 14.5 mm (4.02 x 2.11 x 0.57 in)
Colors
Sophisticated black, Noble gold, Sparkle blue, Modern brown
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the HTC Touch 3G does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the HTC Touch 3G supports microSD expandable storage.
The HTC Touch 3G SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
No, the HTC Touch 3G does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The HTC Touch 3G uses miniUSB.
The HTC Touch 3G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g.
The HTC Touch 3G has 2.0, A2DP.
