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HTC One SV
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HTC One SV

Released: 2012, November. Released 2013, JanuaryPrice: About 200 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), Sense UI
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 305
NFCYes
SAR0.61 W/kg (head) 0.93 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
Size4.3 inches, 52.6 cm, 2, (~61.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper LCD2
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC One SV
PriceAbout 200 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
Video720p@30fps
ColorsBlack, White
Single1.6 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight122 g (4.30 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 - EU
4G bands3, 7, 20 - EU
FeaturesLED flash
Internal8GB 1GB RAM
Released2012, November. Released 2013, January
Announced2012, November. Released 2013, January
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions128 x 66.9 x 9.2 mm (5.04 x 2.63 x 0.36 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -82.3dB / Crosstalk -81.5dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 38h

HTC One SV Overview

About HTC One SV HTC One SV is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. HTC One SV has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus , 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 One SV 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 One SV?

The HTC One SV 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 One SV 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 One SV void warranty?

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

What Android version does HTC One SV run?

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