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HTC One M8 — HTC 2014 smartphone
🏆 Phone of the Year 2014

HTC

HTC One M8

2014 Starting at $649

MKBHD Awards Won (1)

MKBHD's very first Phone of the Year. Premium aluminum build quality, excellent software, and refined design that set the benchmark for Android.

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Key Specs at a Glance

Display

5-inch 1080p LCD, 60Hz

Camera

4MP UltraPixel main + depth sensor

Battery

2,600 mAh

Chipset

Snapdragon 801

Full Specifications

Spec Details
Display 5-inch 1080p LCD, 60Hz
Processor Snapdragon 801
RAM 2GB
Battery 2,600 mAh
Camera 4MP UltraPixel main + depth sensor
OS Android 4.4 (HTC Sense 6)
Starting Price $649 USD
Release Year 2014

Award History

1 win
HTC One M8 H

The ultimate award — MKBHD's pick for the best overall smartphone of the year across all price points and platforms.

Runner-up: Moto X (2014)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the HTC One M8 cost?

The HTC One M8 starts at $649 USD as of 2014.

What processor does the HTC One M8 have?

The HTC One M8 is powered by the Snapdragon 801.

What camera does the HTC One M8 have?

The HTC One M8 features a 4MP UltraPixel main + depth sensor camera system.

Did the HTC One M8 win any MKBHD awards?

Yes! The HTC One M8 won: Phone of the Year (2014) at the MKBHD Smartphone Awards.

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2016

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