Sensation
HTC's first dual-core flagship with a contoured display.
The HTC Sensation is a flagship HTC smartphone released May 2011, with a launch price of $520. It pairs the Snapdragon S3 MSM8260 with a 4.3" qHD S-LCD display, a 8 MP, dual-LED flash main camera and a 1520 mAh removable battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — HTC goes dual-core. Standout strengths: first htc dual-core flagship and distinctive contoured concave display glass. Main trade-off: small 1520 mah battery.
HTC goes dual-core.
HTC Sensation was the company's first dual-core flagship, wrapped in an aluminium body with a distinctive contoured concave display. HTC Sense 3 brought animated lock-screen widgets that set the standard for Android customisation in 2011.
Read the full review- First HTC dual-core flagship
- Distinctive contoured concave display glass
- HTC Sense 3 with lock-screen widgets
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Sensation compares
| Sensation | Galaxy S25 Ultra | U12+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 58 | 89 | 58 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon S3 MSM8260 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 845 |
| Display | 4.3" qHD S-LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.0" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 8 MP, dual-LED flash | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 12 + 16 MP |
| Battery | 1520 mAh removable | 5,000 mAh | 3,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $520 | $1,299 | $799 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Sensation released?
The Sensation was released in May 2011.
How much does the Sensation cost?
The Sensation launched at $520 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Sensation screen size and type?
The Sensation has a 4.3" qHD S-LCD display.
What chipset does the Sensation use?
The Sensation is powered by the Snapdragon S3 MSM8260 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Sensation have?
The Sensation ships with 768 MB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Sensation battery capacity?
The Sensation has a 1520 mAh removable battery.
What is the Sensation main camera?
The Sensation has a 8 MP, dual-LED flash main camera.
Does the Sensation have a headphone jack?
The Sensation has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Sensation weigh?
The Sensation weighs 148 g.
What colours does the Sensation come in?
The Sensation is available in 1 colour: Black.
Is the Sensation worth buying?
HTC Sensation was the company's first dual-core flagship, wrapped in an aluminium body with a distinctive contoured concave display. HTC Sense 3 brought animated lock-screen widgets that set the standard for Android customisation in 2011. SpecEagle gives the Sensation an editorial score of 58/100.
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