Overall Score
58.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3589)58.2
Performance(#3983)60.3
Camera(#3458)42.4
Display(#1062)79.5
Battery(#3746)43.5
Build(#2594)70.8
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Short Review
- The Allview X3 Soul features a sleek design with dimensions of 151.9 x 74.6 x 6.9 mm and a weight of 147.6g, available in black and gold.
- Its 5.5-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent visuals at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6753 chipset with an octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The 3150 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the software experience is somewhat dated but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device features a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the Allview X3 Soul combines a solid build with satisfactory performance and camera capabilities for everyday use.
- Special features are limited, focusing primarily on essential smartphone functions.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6753 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3150 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3150 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.9 x 74.6 x 6.9 mm (5.98 x 2.94 x 0.27 in)
Weight147.6 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes