HTC Desire Review

Midrange Snapdragon 695 performance — competent but not class-leading

The Desire 22 Pro uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) with an Adreno 619 GPU. AnTuTu 9 median results list the device at 358,231 overall, placing it around 629–635th in comparative lists—roughly mid-pack among phones reported in that dataset. In synthetic graphics workloads the device is limited: UL Solutions reports a 3DMark Wild Life score of 1205 and a graphics test result of ~7 FPS; 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (OpenGL ES 3.1) scores are 2,910 (graphics ~2,795; physics ~3,402).

What that means in practice: general app performance, multitasking and day-to-day UI work are consistent with an 8 GB RAM configuration, but sustained high-fidelity gaming will be constrained by GPU throughput. UL Solutions notes public benchmark medians include suboptimal test conditions, so peak results on a fresh device can be slightly higher; the relative position versus competitors is unlikely to change.

6.6" 2412×1080 120Hz display and a 4520 mAh cell — good specs, real-world variance

PhonesData lists the Desire 22 Pro with a 6.6-inch 2412×1080 IPS LCD panel and a 120 Hz refresh rate. That combination yields a sharp, smooth UI experience for scrolling and daily use compared with 60 Hz midrangers, though the panel type is IPS rather than OLED (no HDR contrast advantages). The stated weight and size are 166.3 × 76.9 × 9.4 mm and 205.5 g.

Battery capacity is 4520 mAh per PhonesData. UL Solutions warns battery life reported in public benchmarks is highly sensitive to screen brightness and test conditions; reported median battery runtimes therefore vary. Expect all-day battery in typical mixed use at moderate brightness, but exact endurance will depend on screen refresh rate and workload.

64 MP main camera on paper — specs good, independent image scores not available

PhonesData lists a triple-camera setup with a 64 MP main sensor and a 32 MP front-facing camera. The high-resolution main sensor gives flexibility for daylight detail and cropping; PhonesData does not provide laboratory image-quality scores or sample-shot analysis, so we cannot quantify dynamic range, noise at high ISO, or low-light performance from the sources provided.

Absent controlled camera benchmarks in our dataset, the practical takeaway is that the 64 MP sensor is a specification advantage versus lower-res midrangers, but real-world output quality depends on image processing and tuning, which are not documented in these sources.

Solid midrange construction and Android 12, but update path unclear

Device dimensions are 166.3 × 76.9 × 9.4 mm with a listed weight of 205.5 g. PhonesData describes hybrid dual-SIM (Nano‑SIM, dual standby) hardware and lists colors Wave Gold and Starry Night Black. The panel is IPS LCD rather than AMOLED, which affects contrast and deep blacks compared with OLED rivals.

The Desire 22 Pro ships with Android 12 per PhonesData. The sources do not provide a published OS update policy from HTC for this model; that matters if you prioritise multi-year OS upgrades or security-patch cadence.

Where the Desire 22 Pro sits versus alternatives

PhonesData’s AnTuTu ranking places the Desire 22 Pro around the mid-to-lower end of the top 1,347 device list (rank ~635). Comparable devices in that performance band include models like the Realme 9 5G, vivo Y55 5G and Xiaomi Poco M5s in benchmark adjacency.

That positioning means the Desire 22 Pro competes on a mix of specs—120 Hz 1080p display, 64 MP camera and a 4520 mAh battery—rather than outright CPU/GPU leadership. Buyers should weigh those strengths against gaming needs and desired software longevity.

Pros & Cons

• ✅ 6.6" 2412×1080 display with 120 Hz refresh rate for smoother UI motion
• ✅ Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) with Adreno 619 — 5G-capable midrange SoC
• ✅ 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage, matching PhonesData listing for practical multitasking
• ✅ 64 MP main rear camera and 32 MP front camera as listed by PhonesData
• ✅ 4520 mAh battery capacity (PhonesData) for full-day mixed use in typical conditions
• ✅ Measured AnTuTu 9 median 358,231 indicates overall midrange system performance

• ❌ GPU-limited in sustained graphics: 3DMark Wild Life score 1205 and ~7 FPS in the graphics test (UL Solutions)
• ❌ IPS LCD panel instead of OLED—lower native contrast than OLED alternatives (PhonesData)
• ❌ Ships with Android 12; sources do not publish an update policy or guaranteed OS upgrades
• ❌ Relatively large footprint and weight at 166.3 × 76.9 × 9.4 mm and 205.5 g (PhonesData)

How It Compares to the Competition

• Realme 9 5G — Similar midrange Snapdragon-class performance and 5G capability; Realme variants may trade camera or display specs for different tuning.
• Xiaomi Poco M5s — Comparable benchmark neighborhood (AnTuTu adjacency) with differing trade-offs in display and software approach.
• OnePlus Nord N300 — Another mid-tier 5G alternative; usually emphasises clean software and different performance/feature balance.
• vivo Y55 5G — Listed near the same AnTuTu band; similar everyday performance with vendor-specific camera and UI differences.

Who Should Buy This & Who Should Skip It

Buy it if: Buy the Desire 22 Pro if you want a midrange 5G phone with a large 6.6" 120 Hz 1080p screen, 8 GB RAM/128 GB storage and a 64 MP main camera, and you prioritise balanced daily performance and battery over peak gaming throughput.

Skip it if: Skip this phone if you need top-tier GPU performance for sustained high-fidelity gaming (3DMark Wild Life ~7 FPS), prefer an OLED display for deeper contrast, or require a clearly documented multi-year Android update policy.