Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5594)54.6
Performance(#6503)54.3
Camera(#3462)42.4
Display(#2852)70.5
Battery(#3756)43.5
Build(#2603)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Allview X1 Soul
Short Review
- The Allview X1 Soul features a sleek design with dimensions of 143 x 69 x 7.9 mm and a lightweight build at 129.4g.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6589T chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and a PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2000 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, though it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device does not feature HDR or stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Allview X1 Soul combines decent specifications for its time with a straightforward user experience.
- Its design and performance cater to users seeking a reliable smartphone without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6589T (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544MP2
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions143 x 69 x 7.9 mm (5.63 x 2.72 x 0.31 in)
Weight129.4 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
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, built-in amplifier
Audio JackYes