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Idol 5s
Released Discontinued 147 g (5.19 oz), 148.6 x 72 x 7.5 mm Android 7.1 (Nougat) 32GB
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$140.00 PRICE (USD)
5.2 inches 1080 x 1920 pixels
12 MP 1080p
3GB RAM Mediatek
2850 mAh 10W
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Prices Price (USD) USD $140.00 USD
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Launch Announced 2017, September. Released 2017, September
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 148.6 x 72 x 7.5 mm (5.85 x 2.83 x 0.30 in)
Weight 147 g (5.19 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM
Display Type IPS LCD
Size 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~69.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Protection Oleophobic coating
Platform OS Android 7.1 (Nougat)
Chipset Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.65 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-T880MP2
Memory Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 32GB 3GB RAM
Main Camera Single 12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.25µm, PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Sound Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS
NFC No
Radio FM radio with RDS
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Features Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery Type Li-Ion 2850 mAh, non-removable
Charging 10W wired
Stand-by Up to 500 h (2G) / Up to 500 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 18 h (2G) / Up to 18 h (3G)
Misc Colors Dark Gray
Models 6060X
Price About 140 EUR

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the alcatel Idol 5s

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

Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the alcatel Idol 5s exemplifies alcatel's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 5.2 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 12MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.

Sustained endurance is delivered by a 2850mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the alcatel Idol 5s emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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