HTC HD2
The Windows Mobile phone that became the ultimate ROM-flashing legend.
The HTC HD2 is a flagship HTC smartphone released Nov 2009, with a launch price of $600. It pairs its chipset with a 4.3" LCD display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,230 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 46/100 — The ultimate community ROM phone. Standout strengths: first 1 ghz snapdragon, capacitive 4.3" screen. and legendary rom-flashing community support. Main trade-off: shipped with dated windows mobile 6.5.
The ultimate community ROM phone.
The HTC HD2 shipped with Windows Mobile 6.5 but became immortal in the modding community — its hardware was so capable that enthusiasts ported Android, Windows Phone 7, even WP8 onto it for years. Few phones have had such a long, hacked afterlife.
Read the full review- First 1 GHz Snapdragon, capacitive 4.3" screen.
- Legendary ROM-flashing community support.
- Ran Android, WP7 and more via ports.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the HTC HD2 compares
| HTC HD2 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | HTC Desire | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 46 | 89 | 46 |
| Chipset | — | SD 8 Elite | — |
| Display | 4.3" LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 3.7" AMOLED |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 5 MP |
| Battery | 1,230 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 1,400 mAh |
| Launch price | $600 | $1,299 | $500 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the HTC HD2 released?
The HTC HD2 was released in Nov 2009.
How much does the HTC HD2 cost?
The HTC HD2 launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the HTC HD2 screen size and type?
The HTC HD2 has a 4.3" LCD display.
How much RAM and storage does the HTC HD2 have?
The HTC HD2 ships with 448 MB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the HTC HD2 battery capacity?
The HTC HD2 has a 1,230 mAh battery.
What is the HTC HD2 main camera?
The HTC HD2 has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the HTC HD2 have a headphone jack?
The HTC HD2 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the HTC HD2 weigh?
The HTC HD2 weighs 157 g.
What colours does the HTC HD2 come in?
The HTC HD2 is available in 1 colour: Black.
Is the HTC HD2 worth buying?
The HTC HD2 shipped with Windows Mobile 6.5 but became immortal in the modding community — its hardware was so capable that enthusiasts ported Android, Windows Phone 7, even WP8 onto it for years. Few phones have had such a long, hacked afterlife. SpecEagle gives the HTC HD2 an editorial score of 46/100.
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