| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $200.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 90 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2013, April. Released 2013, April |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 126 x 65 x 8.9 mm (4.96 x 2.56 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 123.9 g (4.34 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Super LCD |
| Size | 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Facebook Home UI |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.4 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 4.5 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 1.6 MP |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 432 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 14 h 20 min | |
| Misc | Colors | White, Black, Red, Pale Blue |
| Price | About 200 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Audio quality | Noise -89.7dB / Crosstalk -88.8dB |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 57h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the HTC First
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the HTC First exemplifies HTC's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 4.3 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.
Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.
Sustained endurance is delivered by a 2000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the HTC First emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.
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