Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5833)54.6
Performance(#11534)54.3
Camera(#4758)42.4
Display(#5848)70.5
Battery(#12263)43.5
Build(#10287)70.8
Comparisons Featuring alcatel Idol Alpha
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions138 x 66.6 x 7.5 mm (5.43 x 2.62 x 0.30 in)
Weight117.4 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSlate, Soft Gold/Matte, Soft Gold/Brushed, Pink Gold/Brushed
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes