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HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£660RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:5.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP

HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.1/10

Overall score

Score
5.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

90%

5.1

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of smartphones
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

4.7

Display

15%

4.1

Battery

10%

3.0

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 97%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices
    N/A~ £660
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Technical Specifications of smartphone HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

4.7

Display

15%

4.1

Battery

10%

3.0

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

5.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

5.7
Brand name
HTC
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor model which is slower than processors in 68.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 96.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.45 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.45 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 7 Nougat
Android version
Android 7 Nougat
This smartphone runs Android version Android 7 Nougat which is older than that found in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.8% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP which is lower than that of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 which is wider than that of 79.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 97% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2560 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2560 px which is higher than that of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
534 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 534 ppi which is higher than that of 97.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 97.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 4 microphones, which is more than in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.1% of smartphones.
FM radio
?
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
153.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 153.9 mm which is shorter than 92% of smartphones.
Width
75.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.9 mm which is narrower than 50.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
169 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 169 g which is lighter than 93.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
80,325 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 80,325 cm³ which is smaller than 93.5% of smartphones.
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HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 35.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (534 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    534 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 95.3% more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.45 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.45 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.45 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • 16.4% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • 35.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (534 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    534 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 13.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (169 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    169 g vs 196.2 g
  • 9.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (153.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    153.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 17.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (80325 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    80,325 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (73 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    73 vs 99.5
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 29.7% worse value for money
    HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.66 vs 7.3).
    5.66 vs 7.34
  • 2.54x more expensive
    HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£660 vs £260).
    £660 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 34.7% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,040 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,040 vs 10,783
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 57.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (397 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    397 vs 942
  • 70.9% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (3000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    3,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 63.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,125 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,125 vs 3,115
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 49.8% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,271 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,271 vs 2,533
  • 60.7% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (388 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    388 vs 988
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 40.2% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (2,623 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    2,623 vs 4,389
  • 70.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,125 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,125 vs 3,825
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No notification customization
    This smartphone does not allow notification customization, the average smartphone does. 99.1% of smartphones offer advanced notification options.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • 25% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (90 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    90 vs 120
  • 26.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.2 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 417 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (583 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    583 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 20% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (528 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    528 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (73 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    73 vs 99.5
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 63.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (290 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    290 min vs 786 min
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2017
    2017 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Taiwan vs China

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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dxomark.com
11/09/2017
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HTC U11: Retested with the new DxOMark Mobile protocol
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businessinsider.com
03/06/2017
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HTC U11 Is a Gorgeous, Powerful Phone That's Probably...(www.itpro.com) | July 04 2017 | HTC U11 review: Nice and squeezy does it
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engadget.com
29/07/2017
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HTC U11 review: More than just gimmicks
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whathifi.com
21/06/2017
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HTC U11 review | What Hi-Fi?
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arstechnica.com
08/06/2017
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HTC U11 review: A fragile, squeezable flagship
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androidauthority.com
05/06/2017
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HTC U11 review - Android Authority
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frandroid.com
01/06/2017
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HTC U11 Review: Is it worth rushing out to buy?
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lesnumeriques.com
01/06/2017
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HTC U11 Review: One of the best camera phones of 2017
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01net.com
16/05/2017
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We tested the HTC U11, the smartphone relying on AI to win you over
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melty.fr
03/08/2017
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HTC U11: Battery, Performance, Camera... Full Review of the Squeezable Smartphone
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top-for-phone.fr
21/12/2017
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HTC U11 Review: An ultra-high-end phone that makes Sense
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leclaireur.fnac.com
11/08/2017
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HTC U11 Lab Test: A little pressure doesn't hurt
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phonandroid.com
26/06/2017
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HTC U11: Full review, opinion, screen, camera, and battery life
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journaldugeek.com
01/06/2017
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HTC U11 Review: The smartphone you can squeeze
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01net.com
02/06/2017
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HTC U11 review: A good smartphone held back by questionable choices
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tweakers.net
16/05/2017
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HTC U11 Preview - Innovation returns with a clever squeezable phone
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tweakers.net
20/06/2017
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HTC U11 Review - Mastering the Finer Points of the Smartphone Craft
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rtl.nl
18/06/2017
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HTC U11 review: squeezable phone is a pointless gimmick
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fwd.nl
21/06/2017
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HTC U11 – Large smartphone you can squeeze
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droidapp.nl
23/07/2017
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HTC U11 review: a smartphone with feeling
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Third-party reviews

What we like about HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB)

  • Exceptional camera performance, often cited as being on par with or better than major 2017 rivals.
  • High-speed system performance with minimal lag due to the Snapdragon 835 processor.
  • Innovative Edge Sense 'squeeze' feature for quickly launching apps or taking photos.
  • Superior audio quality from BoomSound speakers and included USonic noise-canceling earbuds.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance rating for improved durability.
  • Unique 'Liquid Surface' glass design with striking color-shifting options.

What we don't like about HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB)

  • Removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack, requiring a dongle for wired audio.
  • Dated design featuring large bezels compared to contemporary bezel-less flagships.
  • Glass exterior is a heavy fingerprint magnet and can be very slippery.
  • Average battery life that typically requires daily charging and may not last through heavy use.
  • The screen, while sharp, lacks the contrast and 'pop' of OLED panels found in competitors.

Verdict

The HTC U11 (3GB + 32GB model) is a 2017 flagship smartphone featuring a 5.5-inch Quad HD (1440p) Super LCD 5 display and powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor. Key characteristics include a 12 MP 'UltraPixel 3' main camera with OIS and a unique "Liquid Surface" glass back design. Its primary selling point (pro) was the innovative Edge Sense technology, which allowed users to launch apps or functions by squeezing the phone's frame. A notable drawback (con) was the controversial omission of a traditional 3.5mm headphone jack in favor of USB-C audio, and the lack of official IP68 water resistance compared to some rivals.

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