HTC One VX hands-on

Seriously, it’s hard to even believe for a moment that the upcoming AT&T bound HTC One VX is going to be positioned as a budget-oriented smartphone, mainly because we’re totally stoked about its solid build quality. Even better, its specs sheets is a treasure full of high-end goodness that should make even some highly respectable premier devices shake in their boots.

Quickly looking over the handset in question, one of the first things to come to mind is how it made us remember about the HTC One S from earlier in the year, but then again, the One VX is able to separate itself enough from its distant relative. Specifically, it’s packing a sizable 4.5” qHD Super-LCD 2 screen, dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor, and LTE connectivity to give it enough distinction from the rest of the things out there.

Obviously, we’re most curious about pricing with this small bundle of joy – especially when it’s going to be a step beneath HTC’s other offering in the One X+ for AT&T. Nevertheless, we’ll certainly know that information in the near future, but in the meantime, here are some of the standouts that shine with the HTC One VX for AT&T.

Initial standouts with the HTC One VX for AT&T

1. Solid build quality

Without question, we’re amazed at how solid feeling the HTC One VX is, as we grasp it in our hand. Not only is its construction impeccable, but we’re also equally amazed that it’s fairly light in weight for a smartphone of its stature.

2. Large display for a handset deemed as “budget-oriented”

Similar to how we’re in awe over the HTC One X+’s ginormous display, we have to admit, the feelings are also here with the HTC One VX, since it’s packing along a respectable display as well. Enchanting us with its warm tones, its 4.5” qHD Super-LCD 2 display shines in all aspects – despite the lower resolution and all.

3. It’s snappy for the most part

From a cursory look, the HTC One VX exhibits enough snappiness with its performance to appease us, which is attributed to its dual-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor. Then again, we’re wondering how much better it’ll be when it’s updated to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.

4. Price, price, price

We have to say folks, we’re most curious about its pricing. Taking into account that AT&T will also be selling the mighty HTC One X+, that device is sure to earn one premium price. With the HTC One VX, it’s certain to be sporting something less. However, the main question is, will it actually be a considerable drop?

5. How long for Jelly Bean?

To tell you the truth, the latest HTC Sense experience is a great one, but for some of the hardcore Android lovers out there, they want the most up-to-date experience. With the pre-production we’re looking at, it’s running ICS, which is what will be offered by the handset when it’s released. So the obvious question we’re dying to know is when it’ll be upgraded.