Overall Score
55.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5061)55.6
Performance(#4968)60.3
Camera(#7770)42.0
Display(#5835)70.5
Battery(#12210)43.5
Build(#12373)63.8
Comparisons Featuring alcatel Hero 8
Short Review
- The Alcatel Hero 8 features a slim design with dimensions of 209 x 122 x 7.3 mm and weighs 310 grams, making it portable.
- Its 8-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1200 x 1920 pixels, delivering decent clarity at approximately 283 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT8392 chipset with an octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 8GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera has a 5 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a 2 MP unit.
- The device is equipped with a 4060 mAh battery, supporting standard charging but lacking wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software experience may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, though it does not support 5G.
- The absence of stereo speakers may limit audio quality, but it does include a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the Alcatel Hero 8 combines basic functionality with a lightweight build and a reasonable display for its time.
- Special features include dual-band Wi-Fi and a microUSB 2.0 port for data transfer.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionTablet with support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS.
Display
Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~283 ppi density)
PPI1200
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT8392 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-450MP4
Memory8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4060 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4060 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions209 x 122 x 7.3 mm (8.23 x 4.80 x 0.29 in)
Weight310 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDark Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes