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HTC Desire 816 dual sim
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HTC Desire 816 dual sim

Released: 2014, May. Released 2014, MayPrice: About 250 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
NFCNo
SAR0.70 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.5 inches, 83.4 cm, 2, (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper LCD2
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC Desire 816 dual sim
PriceAbout 250 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, White
ModelsDesire 816 dual sim, Desire_816_dual_sim
SAR EU0.46 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body)
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight165 g (5.82 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Internal8GB 1.5GB RAM
Released2014, May. Released 2014, May
Stand-byUp to 614 h (3G)
Announced2014, May. Released 2014, May
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 21 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions156.6 x 78.7 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.31 in)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

HTC Desire 816 dual sim Overview

About HTC Desire 816 dual sim HTC Desire 816 dual sim is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. HTC Desire 816 dual sim has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1.5GB RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

HTC Desire 816 dual sim can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the HTC Desire 816 dual sim?

The HTC Desire 816 dual sim supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does HTC Desire 816 dual sim support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many HTC devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting HTC Desire 816 dual sim void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HTC Desire 816 dual sim will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HTC Desire 816 dual sim run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HTC Desire 816 dual sim.