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alcatel OT-S218

$30

Overview

alcatel OT-S218 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2008 with a 1.8-inch TFT, powerful processor chipset, 2 main camera, and 670 mAh battery.

Priced at $30, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of alcatel OT-S218

The display of alcatel OT-S218 measures 1.8 inches with TFT technology. The screen renders at 128x160 pixels resolution.

Size
1.8 inches
Type
TFT
Resolution
128x160 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz

The camera system of alcatel OT-S218 features 1 rear cameras: 2 main. Video recording supports up to 751p.

Main Sensor
2
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
751p

The battery of alcatel OT-S218 has 670mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. Wireless charging supports no.

Capacity
670mAh
Wired Charging
5
Wireless Charging
no

The connectivity of alcatel OT-S218 includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 2.0.

Wi-Fi
No
Bluetooth
2.0

The build of alcatel OT-S218 weighs 70.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 98 x 43.6 x 13.8 mm.

Dimensions
98 x 43.6 x 13.8 mm
Weight
70.0g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

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Frequently Asked Questions about alcatel OT-S218

alcatel OT-S218 has a 2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

alcatel OT-S218 has a 670mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

alcatel OT-S218 at $30 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

alcatel OT-S218 supports 5 wired charging. Wireless charging supports no.

Related: fast charging

alcatel OT-S218 has a 1.8-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The alcatel OT-S218 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

1.8"

Main Camera

2

Chipset

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsN/A
4G LTE Bands
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMini-SIM
Dual SIM ModeN/A
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2008
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$50

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)98 x 43.6 x 13.8 mm
Weight (g)70.0
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Silver", "Silver/Blue", "Silver/Pink"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionN/A
Notification/Alert
HapticsN/A

Display

Panel TypeTFT
Size (inches)1.8
Resolution (px)128x160 pixels
Aspect Ratio3:4
Pixel Density (ppi)175
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)23.9
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)N/A
Peak Brightness (nits)N/A
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutN/A
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchN/A
Update PolicyN/A
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesN/A
ModemN/A
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAMN/A
RAM TypeN/A
StorageN/A
Storage Type2MB
Storage SpeedN/A
Expandable Storage
Slot TypeN/A
USB OTG
Filesystem EncryptionN/A

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor2
Main Sensor SizeN/A
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main LensN/A
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution751p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsN/A
Slow MotionN/A
Video StabilizationN/A
Night Mode FeaturesN/A
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor SizeN/A
ApertureN/A
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
VideoN/A
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockN/A

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res AudioN/A
Spatial Audio / Dolby AtmosN/A
Microphones1
Bluetooth CodecsN/A
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Features
Bluetooth2.0
NFCN/A
IR BlasterN/A
UWBN/A
Positioning
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBN/A
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
AccelerometerN/A
GyroscopeN/A
MagnetometerN/A
Proximity SensorN/A
Ambient LightN/A
BarometerN/A
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall SensorN/A
Color Temp SensorN/A
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)670
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging5
Wired Standard5V/1A
0-50% Time (mins)N/A
Full Charge TimeN/A
Wireless Charging
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5W
Battery Health FeaturesN/A

Software

OS at LaunchN/A
Update WindowN/A
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeN/A
Privacy FeaturesN/A
AccessibilityN/A
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, battery, user manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

alcatel OT-S218 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.5/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the alcatel OT-S218 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.3 stars)
Pros
  • + Excellent value for money
  • + Wireless charging support
Cons
  • - Display could be brighter or smoother
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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