HTC U11 Life
A mid-range U11 with Edge Sense squeeze gestures.
The HTC U11 Life is a mid-range HTC smartphone released Nov 2017, with a launch price of $350. It pairs the Snapdragon 630 with a 5.2" LCD display, a 16 MP main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — The compact U11 with squeeze gestures. Standout strengths: ip67 ruggedness. and edge sense squeeze gestures. Main trade-off: snapdragon 630 modest.
The compact U11 with squeeze gestures.
HTC U11 Life brought the flagship U11's Edge Sense (squeeze the frame to trigger actions) to a $350 mid-range with IP67 and Android One.
Read the full review- IP67 ruggedness.
- Edge Sense squeeze gestures.
- Android One variant for clean Android.
- 142 g compact.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the HTC U11 Life compares
| HTC U11 Life | Galaxy S25 Ultra | HTC One Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 50 | 89 | 50 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 630 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 600 |
| Display | 5.2" LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.9" LCD |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 4 MP UltraPixel |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 3,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $350 | $1,299 | $650 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the HTC U11 Life released?
The HTC U11 Life was released in Nov 2017.
How much does the HTC U11 Life cost?
The HTC U11 Life launched at $350 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the HTC U11 Life screen size and type?
The HTC U11 Life has a 5.2" LCD display.
What chipset does the HTC U11 Life use?
The HTC U11 Life is powered by the Snapdragon 630 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the HTC U11 Life have?
The HTC U11 Life ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the HTC U11 Life battery capacity?
The HTC U11 Life has a 2,600 mAh battery.
How fast does the HTC U11 Life charge?
The HTC U11 Life supports QC 3.0 wired charging.
What is the HTC U11 Life main camera?
The HTC U11 Life has a 16 MP main camera.
Does the HTC U11 Life have a headphone jack?
The HTC U11 Life does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the HTC U11 Life get software updates?
The HTC U11 Life update policy: To Android 9.0.
How much does the HTC U11 Life weigh?
The HTC U11 Life weighs 142 g.
What colours does the HTC U11 Life come in?
The HTC U11 Life is available in 2 colours: Brilliant Black, Sapphire Blue.
Is the HTC U11 Life worth buying?
HTC U11 Life brought the flagship U11's Edge Sense (squeeze the frame to trigger actions) to a $350 mid-range with IP67 and Android One. SpecEagle gives the HTC U11 Life an editorial score of 50/100.
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