alcatel Pop S9
$70
Overview
alcatel Pop S9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5.9-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (SM4350-AC) chipset, 8 main camera, and 3400 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of alcatel Pop S9
The display of alcatel Pop S9 measures 5.9 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of alcatel Pop S9 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of alcatel Pop S9 has 3400mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of alcatel Pop S9 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (SM4350-AC) chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 619 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 500 single-core and 1500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 380000.
The memory of alcatel Pop S9 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of alcatel Pop S9 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of alcatel Pop S9 weighs 194g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 162.4 x 84.4 x 8.6 mm.
The software of alcatel Pop S9 runs Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) with Android Stock UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about alcatel Pop S9
alcatel Pop S9 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
alcatel Pop S9 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (SM4350-AC) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
alcatel Pop S9 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
alcatel Pop S9 has a 3400mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
alcatel Pop S9 at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
alcatel Pop S9 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
alcatel Pop S9 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
alcatel Pop S9 has a 5.9-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The alcatel Pop S9 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
5.9"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (SM4350-AC)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 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 | 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 | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162.4 x 84.4 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 194 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Midnight Blue", "Dark Chocolate", "Dark Aubergine", "White/ purple", "green", "red", "orange", "yellow back panels"] |
| 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) | 5.9 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 270 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | 70% NTSC |
| 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 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (SM4350-AC) |
| CPU | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 + 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460 |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 619 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon 480 Plus |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 500 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 380000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| 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 | OmniVision OV8865 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 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 | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| 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 Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | rear |
| 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) | 3400 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 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 | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Stock 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!