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Released: 2017

alcatel Idol 5s (USA)

Overall Score

36.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4129)36.0
Performance(#3833)64.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5286)22.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3984)51.5
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Alcatel Idol 5s features a sleek design with dimensions of 148.6 x 70.9 x 7.4 mm and a weight of 148.8g, available in Crystal Black.
  • Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, with an octa-core CPU clocked at 2.0 GHz and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while an 8 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The battery capacity is 2620 mAh, supporting standard charging but lacking wireless options.
  • Running on Android 7.1 Nougat, the device includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for audio needs.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 4.2.
  • The phone does not support 5G or NFC.
  • Overall, the Alcatel Idol 5s combines solid performance with a compact design and decent camera capabilities.
  • Its features cater well to users seeking a reliable smartphone experience.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor USA

Display

Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.25µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2620 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2620 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions148.6 x 70.9 x 7.4 mm (5.85 x 2.79 x 0.29 in)
Weight148.8 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsCrystal Black
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass