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HTC Desire 520
HTC Desire 520
HTC Desire 520
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Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.1 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.1 GHz
4.5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4.5"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
2000 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Cnet
Cnet

The HTC Desire 520 has an appealing price, but it's not a phone you should buy.

- Dan Graziano, Cnet

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HTC backs up the Desire 520 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Desire 520 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact HTC support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find HTC's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
4.5"

The HTC Desire 520's screen size is 4.5 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
1.1 GHz

There is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 Quad core 1.1 GHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 2+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
8 GB

Internal memory is 8 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 200 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
2000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 2000 mAh battery. HTC's performance ratings are 21.8 days standby time, 704 minutes.

Desire 520 Specs

Overview
Release Date August 31, 2015
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 Quad core 1.1 GHz
Internal Storage 8 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.86 W/kg
Body: 1.22 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 200 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, ISO, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance, Exposure value, HDR
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, MPEG-4, WMV, AVI
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 2+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density 218 pixels
Size 4.5 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 2000 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 704 minutes
Standby Time Up to 21.8 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors
Dimensions [H x W x D] 14.0 x 7.0 x 1.0 cm (5.5 x 2.8 x 0.4 in)
Weight 139 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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