HTC Wildfire X

The HTC Wildfire X suits buyers looking for a light, easy-to-carry phone who can accept a battery and charging that fall short of most phones of its time. Its battery capacity is 3300 mAh and fast charging is rated at 10 W; both are worse than most. The camera overall is also worse than most phones of its time, although its 2x optical zoom is among the best of the period.

The 6.2-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 × 1520 px and a pixel density of 271 ppi, worse than that of most phones of its time. At 160 g, the phone weighs less than most. Its main camera has a 1/2.8″ sensor, smaller than those in most phones of the period, and a 12 MP resolution; video recording reaches 1080p at 30 fps. A separate telephoto camera provides the 2x optical zoom, a standout specification among phones of its time.

Performance hardware is above average for phones of the period. The Wildfire X pairs 4 GB of RAM with 128 GB of storage, both average amounts, and supports memory cards up to 256 GB. Other documented features include Android 9, dual SIM, USB Type-C and a 3.5 mm audio jack. Its overall NeoScore is 3.7. This is a sensible fit for someone who values low weight and optical reach, and is willing to give up battery capacity, faster charging and a sharper display. The 160 g body and expandable storage add practical flexibility, while the 2x zoom is its clearest camera advantage.