1/4
- Blue
- Purple
- 2 colours
8 GB / 128 GB / Global · Launched January 2021
Overview
NeoScore
5.5
#2301 of 6247
- Design & display
- 5.9
- Performance & hardware
- 4.5
- Camera
- 5.5
- Connectivity
- 6.3
- Battery & charging
- 5.4
Strengths
- Connectivity is better than on most phones of its time, with 5G, NFC, and dual SIM.
- Its 8 GB of RAM is more than most phones of its time offer.
- Its 5,000 mAh battery has more capacity than most phones of its time.
Weak points
- At 205 g and 9.4 mm thick, it is heavier and thicker than most phones of its time.
- The 48 MP camera has no optical image stabilization.
- Display
- 6.7″IPS LCD1,080 × 2,400 px90 Hz
- Design
- 205 g78.1 mm167.1 mm9.4 mm
- Performance
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 690Octa-Core8 GB RAM128 GB
- AnTuTu
- 275,000Better than 71% of phones
- Battery
- 5,000 mAh18 W
- Cameras
- 48 Mpx · f/1.88 Mpx · f/2.22 Mpx · f/2.42 Mpx · f/2.4
- Network
- 5G4G3G2G
- Software
- Android 10
Editorial report
HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G 8 GB / 128 GB / Global technical sheet
The HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G suits buyers looking for a 5G phone with a large display and dual-SIM support. Its main trade-off is its build: at 205 g and 9.4 mm thick, it is heavier and thicker than most phones of its time.
Connectivity is better than on most phones of its time. The phone supports 5G, NFC, and Dual Nano-SIM with Dual SIM Dual Standby. Its 8 GB of RAM is also more than most phones of its time offer. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 handles processing, and this version has 128 GB of expandable storage. The 6.7-inch IPS LCD display has a 1080 × 2400 px resolution and a 90 Hz refresh rate. Its 5,000 mAh battery has more capacity than most phones of its time; fast charging is rated at 18 W.
The rear camera array comprises four cameras: a 48 MP camera, an 8 MP ultrawide, and two 2 MP cameras. A 48 MP resolution is typical for phones of its time, and the camera has no optical image stabilization. It records 4K video at 30 fps, while the front camera is 16 MP. The operating system is Android 10, with Google Services. Its overall NeoScore is 5.5. This phone is best suited to buyers who prioritize 5G, RAM, and battery capacity over a lightweight build.
Technical index
NeoScore
NeoScore is NeoTeo's technical index: it weighs each phone's verified specifications and compares them with those of the phones of its time.
Prices in United States
Selected variant
8 GB / 128 GB / Global
Design & display
5.9
- Display Technology IPS LCD
- 5.0
- Display Refresh Rate 90 Hz
- 7.0
- Display Pixel Density 393 ppi
- 8.3
- Display Features HDR10, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless
- 2.5
- Weight 205 g
- 5.5
- Usable Surface 83 %
- 7.4
- Body Thickness 9.4 mm
- 5.6
Performance & hardware
4.5
- AnTuTu Score 275,000
- 1.9
- RAM Capacity 8 GB
- 7.1
- Processor Process Size 8 nm
- 5.0
- Maximum Storage Capacity 128 GB
- 5.6
- Maximum CPU Clock 2 GHz
- 4.1
Camera
5.5
- Sensor Size 1/2″
- 5.0
- Aperture f/1.8
- 8.0
- Optical Image Stabilization No
- 2.0
- Resolution 48 Mpx
- 8.0
- Camera Features Burst Mode, Continuous Autofocus, HDR, Laser Autofocus, Manual Exposure, Manual Focus, Manual ISO, Manual White Balance, Panorama, Phase-Detection Autofocus, RAW Capture, Time-Lapse, Touch Focus, 4K Video, Digital Zoom, Quadruple Camera, Digital Image Stabilization, Autofocus, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Night Mode
- 8.0
Connectivity
6.3
- Connectivity Features NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE
- 3.0
- Cellular Bands 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n78
- 10.0
- Wi-Fi Standards Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- 5.0
- Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.1
- 6.0
- Navigation Systems GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
- 9.0
- SIM Configurations Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
- 7.5
Battery & charging
5.4
- Battery Capacity 5,000 mAh
- 8.9
- Fast Charge Power 18 W
- 3.6
- Battery Features Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- 0.0
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- Design & display
- 5.9
- Performance & hardware
- 4.53
- Camera
- 5.5
- Connectivity
- 6.3
- Battery & charging
- 5.35
- NeoScore rank
- #2301 / 6247
HTC
Technical specifications
Performance
- Processor Model
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 690
- Processor Process Size
- 8 nm
- Graphics GPU
- Qualcomm Adreno 619
- Maximum CPU Clock
- 2 GHz
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 128 GB
- AnTuTu Score
- 275,000
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 783
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 1,840
- CPU Description
- Octa-core CPU with 2x Kryo 560 Gold at 2.0 GHz and 6x Kryo 560 Silver at 1.7 GHz.
- Processor Type
- Octa-Core
- 64-Bit Processor
- Yes
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- Expandable Storage
- Yes
- AnTuTu version
- v8
Design
- Body Colors
- Blue, Purple
- Body Thickness
- 9.4 mm
- Body Width
- 78.1 mm
- Body Height
- 167.1 mm
- Weight
- 205 g
- Usable Surface
- 83 %
- Body Materials
- Plastic
- Foldable
- No
- Rugged Build
- No
Battery
- Battery Capacity
- 5,000 mAh
- Battery Type
- Li-Polymer
- Fast Charge Power
- 18 W
- Battery Features
- Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
Display
- Display Aspect Ratio
- 20:9
- Display Technology
- IPS LCD
- Display Diagonal
- 6.7″
- Display Horizontal Resolution
- 1,080 px
- Display Vertical Resolution
- 2,400 px
- Display Pixel Density
- 393 ppi
- Display Refresh Rate
- 90 Hz
- Display Features
- HDR10, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless
- Integrated Projector
- No
Sensors
- Fingerprint Sensor Placement
- Side
Sensor
- Sensor Features
- Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Software
- Operating System
- Android 10
- OS Family
- Android
- OS Version
- 10
- Direct OS Updates
- No
- Google Services
- Yes
Connectivity
- SIM Configurations
- Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
- Cellular Bands
- 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n78
- Cellular Technologies
- GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Wi-Fi Features
- Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.1
- Bluetooth Profiles
- A2DP, LE
- Navigation Systems
- GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
- Connectivity Features
- NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE
- USB Version
- USB 2.0
- Max. download speed
- 1,200 Mbps
- Max. upload speed
- 210 Mbps
Audio
- Microphone Count
- 2
- Audio Features
- A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker, Stereo Speakers
Desire 21 Pro 5G
Camera system
Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.
Rear main camera
- Sensor Features
- Back-Illuminated Sensor
- Resolution
- 48 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2″
- Pixel Size
- 0.8 µm
- Video Recording
- 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, Gyro-EIS
Sensor
- Sensor Features
- Back-Illuminated Sensor
- Resolution
- 48 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2″
- Pixel Size
- 0.8 µm
Video
- Video Recording
- 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, Gyro-EIS
- Slow Motion Video
- Yes
- Slow Motion Frame Rate
- 120 fps
Lens
- Aperture
- f/1.8
- Optical Image Stabilization
- No
Flash
- Flash Type
- Dual LED
- Flash LED Count
- 2 LEDs
Features
- Camera Features
- Burst Mode, Continuous Autofocus, HDR, Laser Autofocus, Manual Exposure, Manual Focus, Manual ISO, Manual White Balance, Panorama, Phase-Detection Autofocus, RAW Capture, Time-Lapse, Touch Focus, 4K Video, Digital Zoom, Quadruple Camera, Digital Image Stabilization, Autofocus, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Night Mode
Rear ultra-wide camera
- Resolution
- 8 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Sensor
- Resolution
- 8 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Rear macro camera
- Resolution
- 2 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Sensor
- Resolution
- 2 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Rear depth camera
- Resolution
- 2 Mpx
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Sensor
- Resolution
- 2 Mpx
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.4
Front camera
- Resolution
- 16 Mpx
- Camera Features
- HDR
Sensor
- Resolution
- 16 Mpx
Features
- Camera Features
- HDR
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04Variant details
- Memory
- 8 GB
- Markets
- Global
- Storage
- 128 GB
- Market codes
- Global
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