Overall Score
21.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#6989)21.0
Performance(#8185)30.8
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#5823)55.2
Battery(#7055)16.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6104)34.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Alcatel Idol 2 Mini features a compact design with dimensions of 129 x 63.5 x 7.9 mm and a lightweight build at 110g, available in multiple colors.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing decent clarity with a pixel density of approximately 245 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
- The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, while the front camera is limited to 0 MP.
- Battery life is supported by a 1700 mAh capacity, though it lacks fast charging or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, it can be upgraded to 4.4 KitKat, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Alcatel Idol 2 Mini is a basic smartphone suitable for casual use.
- Its design and performance are aligned with its release period in 2014.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionSingle SIM: 6016A, 6016XDual SIM: 6016D, 6016E
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz
GPUN/A
Memory4GB 1GB RAM (SS), 8GB 1GB RAM (DS)
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1700 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1700 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions129 x 63.5 x 7.9 mm (5.08 x 2.5 x 0.31 in)
Weight110 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsCloudy, White, Hot Pink, Slate
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass