alcatel Pop 8
$60
Overview
alcatel Pop 8 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 8-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc T606 chipset, 2 main camera, and 4100 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of alcatel Pop 8
The display of alcatel Pop 8 measures 8 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 800x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of alcatel Pop 8 features 1 rear cameras: 2 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of alcatel Pop 8 has 4100mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of alcatel Pop 8 is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset with ARM Mali-G51 MP4 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 120 single-core and 400 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 245498.
The memory of alcatel Pop 8 offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 4GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of alcatel Pop 8 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of alcatel Pop 8 weighs 186g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 209 x 123 x 7.9 mm.
The software of alcatel Pop 8 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with HiOS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about alcatel Pop 8
alcatel Pop 8 has a 2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
alcatel Pop 8 with Unisoc T606 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
alcatel Pop 8 has a 4100mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
alcatel Pop 8 at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
alcatel Pop 8 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
alcatel Pop 8 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
alcatel Pop 8 has a 8-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The alcatel Pop 8 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
8"
Main Camera
2
Chipset
Unisoc T606
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $81.16 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 209 x 123 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 186 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 8 |
| Resolution (px) | 800x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A73 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.7 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP support |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 120 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 400 |
| AnTuTu Score | 245498 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 2 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS BSI |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| 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 | 480p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
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 Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| 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 | Fingerprint (Side-Mounted) |
| 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) | 4100 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | HiOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic Android privacy features |
| 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!