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alcatel Idol Alpha#6267

Released: 2014

alcatel Idol Alpha

Overall Score

24.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6267)24.5
Performance(#5850)46.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6034)34.8
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Alcatel Idol Alpha features a sleek design with dimensions of 138 x 66.6 x 7.5 mm and a lightweight build at 117.4g, available in multiple color options.
  • Its 4.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 312 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6589 chipset, with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and PowerVR SGX544 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a basic 1.3 MP.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2000 mAh, with no fast or wireless charging options available.
  • The device runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), offering standard features of that OS.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The Idol Alpha does not have stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, it combines a stylish design with modest performance and camera capabilities.
  • Special features include a variety of color finishes that enhance its aesthetic appeal.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions138 x 66.6 x 7.5 mm (5.43 x 2.62 x 0.30 in)
Weight117.4 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsSlate, Soft Gold/Matte, Soft Gold/Brushed, Pink Gold/Brushed
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 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 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass