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HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP

HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 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 88% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 88% of smartphones
6.1

Value for money

Value for money
6.1/ 10
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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 98% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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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 87% of models
Score components

25%

5.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.2

Display

15%

3.8

Battery

10%

3.9

Software

10%

7.2

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 87%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 83%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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 87% of models
Score components:

25%

5.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.2

Display

15%

3.8

Battery

10%

3.9

Software

10%

7.2

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

5.5
User score
User score
7.5/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Popularity:
HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 5.8 points, which is higher than 52.7% of smartphones.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.1
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
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% 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 8 Oreo
Android version
Android 8 Oreo
This smartphone runs Android version Android 8 Oreo which is older than that found in 96.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 1.7% 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
6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 94.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2880 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2880 px which is higher than that of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
538 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 538 ppi which is higher than that of 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% 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
3,930 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,930 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 93% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
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
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.5 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.5 mm which is shorter than 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
74.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.9 mm which is narrower than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.5 mm which is thicker than 60.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
188 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 188 g which is lighter than 70.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
93,536 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 93,536 cm³ which is smaller than 63.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) 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.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 36.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (538 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    538 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 36.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (538 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    538 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 5.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (188 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 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
  • 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
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 21.1% worse value for money
    HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.06 vs 7.3).
    6.06 vs 7.34
  • 2.69x more expensive
    HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£700 vs £260).
    £700 vs £260
  • 6.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
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    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
    HTC U11 Plus
    the average smartphone
    HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.49 vs 8.000).
    7.49 vs 8
  • 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% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 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
  • 56.4% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (411 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    411 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
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 8 Oreo vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 8 Oreo 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No continuous autofocus in video
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • 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 (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 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
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 45.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (358 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    358 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
  • 21.4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3930 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,930 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 55.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (352 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    352 min vs 786 min
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 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.
    November 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
  • 0.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm

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androidcentral.com
04/12/2017
Summary of the review
HTC U11+ review: The best phone you can't buy - Android Central(www.gsmarena.com) | November 27, 2017 | HTC U11+ review - GSMArena.com
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stuff.tv
19/01/2018
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HTC U11+ review: This flagship phone gets a bumper upgrade - Stuff
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nextpit.com
20/01/2018
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techradar.com
25/01/2018
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recombu.com
08/02/2018
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androidauthority.com
16/02/2018
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HTC U11 Plus review: what the Pixel 2 XL could've been - Android Authority
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theverge.com
22/02/2018
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HTC U11 Plus review: when more is less - The Verge
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androidauthority.com
02/11/2017
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techadvisor.com
30/01/2018
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HTC U11+ review: The Best HTC Phone for Years
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t3.com
17/01/2018
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HTC U11+ review: a powerful and stylish flagship that you're (probably) not going to buy
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expertreviews.co.uk
11/01/2018
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HTC U11 Plus review: HTC is back, but is this slight upgrade worth it?
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trustedreviews.com
16/01/2018
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alphr.com
01/11/2017
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HTC U11 Plus review: A thing of rare beauty
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heise.de
17/11/2017
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HTC U11 Plus Review: A Massive Smartphone with Weaknesses
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nextpit.de
13/02/2018
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HTC U11+ Review: The Secret Tip Gets a Plus
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inside-digital.de
15/02/2018
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pcwelt.de
31/01/2018
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HTC U11+ Review: Powerful Performance and Great Features
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netzpiloten.de
29/03/2018
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HTC U11+ Review: A Multimedia Powerhouse with Almost No Flaws
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androidplanet.nl
12/01/2018
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androidworld.nl
17/01/2018
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What we like about HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB)

  • Exceptional BoomSound speakers, often cited as the loudest and clearest in their class
  • High-quality 12MP camera with great detail reproduction and low-light performance
  • Stunning 'Liquid Surface' design, particularly the unique translucent back option
  • Fast and fluid performance powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset
  • Highly customizable Edge Sense (squeeze) gestures for one-handed operation
  • IP68 water and dust resistance

What we don't like about HTC U11 Plus (6GB + 128GB)

  • Relatively dim Super LCD6 display with poor outdoor visibility in direct sunlight
  • Noticeable shutter lag and processing delays in the camera app
  • Disappointing battery endurance despite the large 3,930mAh capacity
  • Lacks modern camera features like a dedicated Portrait Mode or dual lenses
  • Bulky and slippery glass build that is prone to fingerprints
  • Removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack

Verdict

The HTC U11 Plus is an older flagship smartphone with a 6-inch Quad HD+ (2880x1440) Super LCD 6 display, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, and featuring a generous 6GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.1 internal storage, expandable via microSD. Main characteristics and pros include an innovative "Edge Sense" squeezable frame for launching apps and functions, excellent BoomSound Hi-Fi Edition stereo speakers, IP68 dust and water resistance, and a large 3,930 mAh battery offering solid battery life. Cons for this model include the use of an LCD panel which lacks the deep blacks and brightness of contemporary OLED rivals, a glossy glass back that is a significant fingerprint magnet, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack (though a USB-C adapter is included), and no wireless charging support.

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