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alcatel Idol 3 (5.5)#4451

Released: 2015

alcatel Idol 3 (5.5)

Overall Score

33.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4451)33.4
Performance(#4624)56.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5055)23.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3386)55.3
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) features a sleek design with dimensions of 152.7 x 75.1 x 7.4 mm and a lightweight build at 141g.
  • Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 405 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and an 8 MP front camera for selfies.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2910 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • The software runs on Android 5.0.2, upgradeable to 6.0.1, featuring stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
  • The device is available in Black, Silver, and Gold colors.
  • Overall, the Idol 3 (5.5) combines decent specifications in a stylish package.
  • Special features include dual front-facing speakers for enhanced audio experience.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM (DS)
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot) - single-SIM model

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2910 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2910 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions152.7 x 75.1 x 7.4 mm (6.01 x 2.96 x 0.29 in)
Weight141 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Sliver, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass