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alcatel Idol X#6249

Released: 2013

alcatel Idol X

Overall Score

24.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6249)24.6
Performance(#5660)48.1
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5984)35.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Alcatel Idol X features a sleek design with dimensions of 140.4 x 67.5 x 6.9 mm and a lightweight build at 130g, available in multiple colors.
  • It sports a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, offering sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6589 chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 2GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13.1 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a modest 2.1 MP.
  • Power is supplied by a 2000mAh battery, which lacks fast charging and wireless charging features.
  • The device runs on Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean), offering a basic user experience without the latest software enhancements.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The Idol X does not include stereo speakers, but it does have a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, it combines decent specifications with a stylish design, making it a notable option for its time.
  • Special features are limited, focusing primarily on essential smartphone functions.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
Memory8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13.1 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2.1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
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

Dimensions140.4 x 67.5 x 6.9 mm (5.53 x 2.66 x 0.27 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlue, Black, Red, Yellow
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, 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 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass