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HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) Price in the Philippines
Buying the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) in the Philippines
No shop in the Philippines that we track has listed the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) yet, so there is no local price for it right now. Sell this phone in the Philippines? List it on infozme.com for free.
- Warranty: check whether the phone comes with the official warranty in the Philippines or is an imported (international) unit. Imports can be cheaper but may not be covered by local service centres.
- Network bands: make sure the model sold in the Philippines supports your carrier's 4G/5G bands — see the Network section of the specs below.
- Before you pay: confirm the price, stock, storage/RAM version and colour with the shop, as prices change often.
What is the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) price in the Philippines?
The HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) is not listed by shops in the Philippines that we track yet, so there is no local price for it right now.
Where can I buy the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) in the Philippines?
We have not found a shop in the Philippines selling the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) yet. Phone shops in the Philippines can list it on infozme.com for free.
Full Specifications
Display
| Type | S-LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size | 3.7 inches, 38.2 cm2 (~54.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, WVGA (~252 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Platform
| OS | Android 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7230 Snapdragon S2 |
| CPU | 800 MHz Scorpion |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 1.5 GB (Desire Z) / 4 GB (T-Mobile G2) storage, 512 MB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash, face detection, geotagging |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
| Single | None |
Battery
| Type | Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h 50 min (2G) / Up to 6 h 30 min (3G) |
| Stand-by | Up to 430 h (2G) / Up to 420 h (3G) |
Body
| Dimensions | 119 x 60.4 x 14.16 mm (4.685 x 2.378 x 0.557 in) |
| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Keyboard | Physical QWERTY slider |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Launch
| Announced | September 15, 2010 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent physical QWERTY keyboard for fast typing
- Durable aluminum construction
- Removable battery
- Expandable storage
- Unique and satisfying slider mechanism
Cons
- Outdated operating system (Android 2.3 max)
- Very slow by modern standards (800 MHz single-core CPU, 512MB RAM)
- Poor camera performance compared to modern phones
- Lack of front-facing camera
- Limited app compatibility in current app stores
- 3G connectivity is being phased out in many regions
In The Box & Warranty
- Handset
- Rechargeable battery
- Charger
- 8 GB microSD memory card (for T-Mobile G2)
- Stereo headset
- USB cable
- Quick start guide, user manual
Standard manufacturer's warranty applied at the time of purchase, typically one year.
Questions & Answers
What is the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2)?
The HTC Desire Z, also known as the T-Mobile G2, was a slider-style Android smartphone released by HTC in late 2010, notable for its physical QWERTY keyboard and unique "Z-hinge" design.
When was the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) released?
The HTC Desire Z was released in November 2010, while the T-Mobile G2 variant was released in October 2010.
Does the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) have a physical keyboard?
Yes, a key feature of the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) is its full physical QWERTY keyboard, which slides out using a distinctive "Z-hinge" mechanism.
Can the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) run modern apps?
No, the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) runs on a very old version of Android (up to 2.3 Gingerbread), which means it cannot run most modern applications available today.
Is the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) still usable today?
While it might still power on and make calls in some areas, the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) is largely unusable as a primary smartphone in 2026 due to its outdated software, slow performance, and the phasing out of 3G networks.
What are the key specifications of the HTC Desire Z (T-Mobile G2)?
Key specifications include a 3.7-inch S-LCD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 800 MHz processor, 512 MB RAM, 1.5 GB or 4 GB internal storage, a 5 MP main camera, and a 1300 mAh removable battery.