Affordable Smartphone with Large Display and Decent Specs
HTC has introduced the Wildfire E5 Plus, an entry-level smartphone developed by an ODM instead of being directly manufactured by HTC. Despite its modest internals, the phone boasts a modern design, a large display, and an affordable price tag.
Design and Display
✔ 6.75-inch IPS LCD with 720p+ resolution
✔ 90Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals
✔ Teardrop notch for a clean look
The HTC Wildfire E5 Plus features a 6.75-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HD+ resolution. While HTC has not specified the panel type, it is likely an IPS LCD.
Performance and Software
✔ Unisoc T606 chipset
✔ 6GB RAM + 128GB storage (expandable)
✔ Android 14 OS
Powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset, the Wildfire E5 Plus comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD card. However, it does not support 5G connectivity and runs on Android 14, which is not the latest version but still relevant.
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Cameras
✔ 50MP main camera + 2MP depth sensor
✔ 16MP front camera
The phone features a dual-camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor for portrait shots. On the front, it has a 16MP selfie camera housed in the notch.
Battery and Pricing
✔ 5,000 mAh battery
✔ Budget-friendly at $93
The HTC Wildfire E5 Plus is backed by a 5,000 mAh battery, though HTC has not provided details about its charging speed. The device has launched in Vietnam with a price tag of $93, and there is no official confirmation about its availability in other regions, including Pakistan.
HTC Wildfire E5 Plus – Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.6GHz Arm Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 |
| OS | Android 14 |
| Networks | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE |
| Display | 6.74″ IPS LCD, 720p resolution |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Storage | 128GB (expandable) |
| Main Camera | 50MP (main) + 2MP (depth) |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Colors | Black, Blue |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Side-mounted |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh |
| Price | $93 |
