alcatel One Touch Idol
$155
Overview
alcatel One Touch Idol is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4.66-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc T606 chipset, 8 main camera, and 1800 mAh battery.
Priced at $155, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of alcatel One Touch Idol
The display of alcatel One Touch Idol measures 4.66 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 540x960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of alcatel One Touch Idol features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of alcatel One Touch Idol has 1800mAh capacity with 33 wired charging.
The performance of alcatel One Touch Idol is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 276644.
The memory of alcatel One Touch Idol offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 4GB / 13.3GB (dual SIM version), 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of alcatel One Touch Idol includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of alcatel One Touch Idol weighs 440g with Plastic frame and Glossy plastic back. Dimensions measure 133 x 67.5 x 7.9 mm.
The software of alcatel One Touch Idol runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about alcatel One Touch Idol
alcatel One Touch Idol has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
alcatel One Touch Idol with Unisoc T606 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
alcatel One Touch Idol receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
alcatel One Touch Idol has a 1800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
alcatel One Touch Idol at $155 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
alcatel One Touch Idol supports 33 wired charging.
alcatel One Touch Idol is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
alcatel One Touch Idol has a 4.66-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The alcatel One Touch Idol 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
4.66"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Unisoc T606
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | N/A |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $155 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 133 x 67.5 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 440 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy plastic |
| Colors | ["Silver", "Slate", "Pink", "Red", "Yellow"] |
| 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 | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4.66 |
| Resolution (px) | 540x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:3 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 224 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | N/A |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 |
| CPU | Unisoc Tiger T606, Octa-Core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex A55) |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | N/A |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 276644 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB / 13.3GB (dual SIM version), 1GB RAM |
| 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 | Unknow, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1800 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 33 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | N/A |
| Full Charge Time | N/A |
| 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 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | N/A |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, User 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!