Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7249)53.8
Performance(#11491)54.3
Camera(#7766)42.0
Display(#5830)70.5
Battery(#12197)43.5
Build(#12371)63.8
Comparisons Featuring alcatel Pop 8S
Short Review
- The Alcatel Pop 8S features a slim design with dimensions of 209 x 128 x 7.2 mm and a weight of 327 grams, available in white and black with color back panels.
- Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 800 x 1280 pixels, providing a decent viewing experience at approximately 189 ppi density.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Adreno 306 GPU, complemented by 1GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, while the front-facing camera is 3 MP, suitable for basic photography needs.
- The battery capacity is 4100 mAh, supporting extended usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software experience is basic and may lack some modern features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Alcatel Pop 8S is a straightforward tablet with essential features for everyday tasks.
- Its design and performance are adequate for casual use, though it may not meet the demands of more intensive applications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionTablet with support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS.
Display
Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
PPI800
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera3 MP
Front Camera Details3 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions209 x 128 x 7.2 mm (8.23 x 5.04 x 0.28 in)
Weight327 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Black/ color back panels
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes