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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Product Type | Smartphone | |
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Form Factor | Touch | |
Height | 149 mm | Better than 69 % of phones rated. |
Width | 70.9 mm | Better than 59 % of phones rated. |
Depth | 7.37 mm | Better than 95 % of phones rated. |
Weight | 149 g | Worse than 55 % of phones rated. |
Body Colour | Crystal black | |
Body Material | Aluminium frame | |
Waterproof (Water-resistant) | - | |
Connector Type |
USB Type-C - 24 pin USB-C Headset jack |
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SIM Card Type (Size) | Nano SIM | |
SIM Card Qty | Single-SIM |
The Alcatel Idol 5S has a height of 149 mm, a width of 70.9 mm and a thickness of 7.37 mm. The weight of the phone is 149 g.
Show moreDISPLAY Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Screen Size (Display Size) | 5.2" | Better than 60 % of phones rated. |
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Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) | 1920 x 1080 pixels | Better than 79 % of phones rated. |
Display Format | Full HD | |
Display Features | 2.5D Glass, night mode | |
Display Protection (Screen Protector) | Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating, Dragontrail (scratch resistant glass) |
The screen size reaches 5.2" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you.
Display Resolution of Alcatel Idol 5S is 1920 x 1080 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px.
PROCESSOR Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Processor Type (CPU) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
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Processor Number | MSM8953 | |
Clock Speed | 2 GHz | Better than 70 % of phones rated. |
Processor Core Qty | 8-core | Better than 99 % of phones rated. |
Graphics System (GPU) | Qualcomm ADRENO 506 |
Alcatel Idol 5S is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 625. The number of processor cores is 8. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. Alcatel Idol 5S reaches the frequency of 2 GHz.
The processor also includes the graphics accelerator Qualcomm ADRENO 506.
MEMORY Alcatel Idol 5S |
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RAM | 3 GB | Better than 67 % of phones rated. |
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Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) | 32 GB | Better than 62 % of phones rated. |
Supported Flash Memory Cards (Expandable Memory) | microSDHC, microSDXC - up to 512 GB |
The phone´s internal memory capacity is 32 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.
An additional option to increase the storage capacity of this model is to insert a memory card.
RAM memory of the Alcatel Idol 5S is 3 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.
CAMERA Alcatel Idol 5S |
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MAIN CAMERA |
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Number of Main Cameras | 1 | |
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Sensor Resolution | 12 Megapixel | Better than 62 % of phones rated. |
Sensor Size | 1/2.8" | Better than 89 % of phones rated. |
Sensor Name | Omnivision OV12870 sensor | |
Lens Aperture | F/2.0 | Worse than 52 % of phones rated. |
Focus Adjustment | Automatic | |
Light Source | Dual LED flash | |
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 30 fps | |
Camera Features (Functions) | Electronic Image Stabiliser (EIS), Dual-tone Flash, Phase Detect Auto-Focus (PDAF)+Contrast Focus |
FRONT CAMERA |
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Number of Front Cameras | 1 | |
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Sensor Resolution (Front) | 8 Megapixel | Better than 68 % of phones rated. |
Sensor Size (Front) | 1/3.2" | |
Sensor Name (Front) | Omnivision OV8865 sensor | |
Lens Aperture (Front) | F/2.0 | Better than 89 % of phones rated. |
Light Source (Front) | Flash |
The rear camera of the Alcatel Idol 5S has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 12 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors.
The size of the phone's sensor is also among the parameters that affect quality of the photo. In case of Alcatel Idol 5S, it is 1/2.8". Focus mainly on the value after the slash, where the higher it is, the better photo quality will be. The aperture of main lens reaches F/2.0 value. The best phones have a lens with an aperture of up to F/1.5, where more light can pass through sensor and photos will be of a high quality even in low light conditions. However, lenses with apertures around F/1.8 to F/2.2 are the most common. The lower the number after the slash, the better the photo quality.
Front camera
The front camera of phone Alcatel Idol 5S has one lens. This number of lenses is standard on most smartphones nowadays. The resolution of front lens reaches 8 Megapixel. Again, it should be noted that resolution is only one of several other significant factors that affect resulting quality of a photo. The main lens is also equipped with aperture of F/2.0.
BATTERY AND CHARGING Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Battery Capacity (Battery Size) | 2620 mAh | Better than 59 % of phones rated. |
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Standby Time | 753 hours | Better than 94 % of phones rated. |
Talk Time | 1200 minutes | Better than 79 % of phones rated. |
Run Time Details |
Talk (3G): up to 1200 min Standby (3G): up to 753 hrs |
The battery size of Alcatel Idol 5S is 2620 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.
Standby time is 753 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. Alcatel Idol 5S is provided with a talk time about 1200 minutes.
CELLULAR Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Technology | CDMA2000 1X / GSM / WCDMA (UMTS) | |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | 4G | Better than 88 % of phones rated. |
Operating System | Android 7.1 Nougat | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant | |
Navigation | A-GPS |
Alcatel Idol 5S supports 4G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 7.1 Nougat.
Show moreCOMMUNICATIONS Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Data Transmission | GPRS, EDGE, EV-DO, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, VoLTE, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE | |
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3G UMTS Band | Band 1, Band 2, Band 4, Band 5 | |
3G UMTS Frequency | 2100, 1900, 1700, 850 | |
4G LTE Band | Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 12, Band 13, Band 17, Band 25, Band 26, Band 41, Band 66 | |
4G LTE Frequency | FDD 2100, FDD 1900 PCS, FDD 1800+, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 700a, FDD 700c, FDD 700b, FDD 1900+, FDD 850+, TDD 2500, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS-3 | |
Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | |
Messaging Services | SMS, MMS |
Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 4.2, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.
Show moreMEDIA Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Supported Digital Audio Standards | PCM, MP3, FLAC, AAC-LC, AAC +, eAAC+, MIDI, AMR-WB, AMR-NB, Vorbis, WAVE |
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FEATURES Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Phone Functions | Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert | |
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Sensors | Ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor | |
Security Devices | Fingerprint reader | |
Additional Phone Features | HD Voice, Private Mode, Dual noise reduction microphones |
OTHERS Alcatel Idol 5S |
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Included Accessories | Data cable, SIM card removal tool | |
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Compliant Standards | HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible) |
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