| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $370.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 130 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2013, September. Released 2014, January |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 158.5 x 80.6 x 8.5 mm (6.24 x 3.17 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 177.6 g (6.24 oz) | |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Features | Stylus | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 99.2 cm2 (~77.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Oleophobic coating | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 8GB (single SIM)/ 16GB (dual SIM), 2GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 13 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec. | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Video | 720p | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro (optional), proximity |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 3400 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 600 h (2G) / Up to 400 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 20 h (2G) / Up to 18 h (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| Price | About 370 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Display | Contrast ratio: 975:1 (nominal), 2.272 (sunlight) |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Audio quality | Noise -77.7dB / Crosstalk -75.6dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 55h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the alcatel Hero
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the alcatel Hero enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern responsive IPS LCD panel measuring 6 inches , which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm). This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 13MP primary sensor—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 3400mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the alcatel Hero presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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