alcatel Idol 2 Mini
$70
Overview
alcatel Idol 2 Mini is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 4.5-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus chipset, 8 main camera, and 1700 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of alcatel Idol 2 Mini
The display of alcatel Idol 2 Mini measures 4.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 540x960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of alcatel Idol 2 Mini features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of alcatel Idol 2 Mini has 1700mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of alcatel Idol 2 Mini is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 512 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 350 single-core and 1200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 143000.
The memory of alcatel Idol 2 Mini offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 RAM technology. Storage is 4GB 1GB RAM (SS), 8GB 1GB RAM (DS).
The connectivity of alcatel Idol 2 Mini includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of alcatel Idol 2 Mini weighs 210g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 129 x 63.5 x 7.9 mm.
The software of alcatel Idol 2 Mini runs Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4 (KitKat) with Alcatel UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about alcatel Idol 2 Mini
alcatel Idol 2 Mini has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini with Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini has a 1700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
alcatel Idol 2 Mini has a 4.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The alcatel Idol 2 Mini delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
4.5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 - 6016X, 6016D |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800) |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $200 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 129 x 63.5 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 210 |
| Build Materials | Faux leather |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Cloudy", "White", "Hot Pink", "Slate"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 540x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 90:187 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 350 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 260 2.2 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 512 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MDM9625M |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 350 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 143000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 RAM |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 1GB RAM (SS), 8GB 1GB RAM (DS) |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 2 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1700 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Alcatel UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!