Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5750)54.6
Performance(#8397)54.3
Camera(#4189)42.4
Display(#4554)70.5
Battery(#7131)43.5
Build(#5659)70.8
Comparisons Featuring alcatel 3L
Short Review
- The Alcatel 3L features a compact design with dimensions of 151.1 x 69.7 x 8 mm and a weight of 145g, available in Anthracite Black and Metallic Blue.
- Its 5.94-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 289 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6739 chipset with a quad-core CPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with a secondary 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 3500 mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo), the software experience is straightforward but may not include the latest features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, though it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Alcatel 3L is a basic smartphone suitable for everyday use, with no standout features but functional performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.94"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~289 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6739 (28 nm) - EuropeQualcomm SDM429 Snapdragon 429 (12 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 - EuropeQuad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8100 - EuropeAdreno 504
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.1 x 69.7 x 8 mm (5.95 x 2.74 x 0.31 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsAnthracite black, Metallic Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted, market dependent), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes