HTC One (E8)
A polycarbonate One M8 with a conventional 13 MP camera at a lower price.
The HTC One (E8) is a flagship HTC smartphone released Jun 2014, with a launch price of $450. It pairs the Snapdragon 801 with a 5.0" LCD display, a 13 MP main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — The affordable plastic One M8. Standout strengths: same snapdragon 801 and boomsound as the m8. and conventional 13 mp camera (more megapixels). Main trade-off: lost the m8's premium aluminium build.
The affordable plastic One M8.
HTC One E8 offered the flagship M8's internals — Snapdragon 801, BoomSound — in a cheaper polycarbonate body with a conventional 13 MP camera instead of the UltraPixel Duo. For buyers who wanted M8 performance at a lower price, it was a smart value alternative.
Read the full review- Same Snapdragon 801 and BoomSound as the M8.
- Conventional 13 MP camera (more megapixels).
- Cheaper plastic version of the flagship.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the HTC One (E8) compares
| HTC One (E8) | iPhone 6s | HTC One Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 801 | Apple A9 | Snapdragon 600 |
| Display | 5.0" LCD | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.9" LCD |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 12 MP · f/2.2 | 4 MP UltraPixel |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 1,715 mAh | 3,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $450 | $649 | $650 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the HTC One (E8) released?
The HTC One (E8) was released in Jun 2014.
How much does the HTC One (E8) cost?
The HTC One (E8) launched at $450 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the HTC One (E8) screen size and type?
The HTC One (E8) has a 5.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the HTC One (E8) use?
The HTC One (E8) is powered by the Snapdragon 801 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the HTC One (E8) have?
The HTC One (E8) ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the HTC One (E8) battery capacity?
The HTC One (E8) has a 2,600 mAh battery.
What is the HTC One (E8) main camera?
The HTC One (E8) has a 13 MP main camera.
Does the HTC One (E8) have a headphone jack?
The HTC One (E8) has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the HTC One (E8) get software updates?
The HTC One (E8) update policy: To Android 6.0.
How much does the HTC One (E8) weigh?
The HTC One (E8) weighs 145 g.
What colours does the HTC One (E8) come in?
The HTC One (E8) is available in 3 colours: Polar White, Misty Gray, Electric Crimson.
Is the HTC One (E8) worth buying?
HTC One E8 offered the flagship M8's internals — Snapdragon 801, BoomSound — in a cheaper polycarbonate body with a conventional 13 MP camera instead of the UltraPixel Duo. For buyers who wanted M8 performance at a lower price, it was a smart value alternative. SpecEagle gives the HTC One (E8) an editorial score of 50/100.
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