Display
Featuring a 5.5-inch Super LCD2 display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, the Desire 816 provided a satisfactory visual experience with decent sharpness and vibrant colors, thanks to a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi. Although the screen-to-body ratio sat at 67.7%, which is modest by today's standards, it was adequate for the time. Users could enjoy media playback and casual gaming, despite the visibility challenges under direct sunlight as reflected by its sunlight contrast ratio score.