HTC U23
$450Starting price · USMid-Range2023
6.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.7"
Display
64MP
Camera
4,600
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
30W
Charging
202g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe HTC U23 offers a solid build with premium features like wireless charging and an IP rating, which are rare in this segment. However, the performance and camera capabilities are underwhelming relative to its $450 price point, making it difficult to recommend over more powerful competitors.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera6.0
Performance6.5
Battery7.0
Display7.5
Build7.0
Value5.5
Strengths
120Hz OLED display
IP67 water resistance
Wireless and reverse charging
3.5mm headphone jack
Gorilla Glass Victus protection
Weaknesses
High price for mid-range specs
Limited storage options
Average camera performance
Dated chipset for the price
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