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HTC 8XT
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HTC 8XT

Released: 2013, June. Released 2013, JunePrice: About 170 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSMicrosoft Windows Phone 8
CPUDual-core 1.4 GHz Krait 200
GPUAdreno 305
NFCYes (market dependent)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.3 inches, 52.6 cm, 2, (~60.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC 8XT
PriceAbout 170 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
VideoN/A
ColorsViolet
Single1.6 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight120 g (4.23 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsCDMA 800 / 1900
3G bandsCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands25
FeaturesLED flash
Internal8GB 1GB RAM
Released2013, June. Released 2013, June
Announced2013, June. Released 2013, June
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 14 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions132.1 x 66 x 9.9 mm (5.20 x 2.60 x 0.39 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
TechnologyCDMA / EVDO / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

HTC 8XT Overview

About HTC 8XT HTC 8XT is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. HTC 8XT has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8930 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 8XT 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 8XT?

The HTC 8XT 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 8XT 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 8XT void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HTC 8XT will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HTC 8XT run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HTC 8XT.