alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) The alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.5" · 152.7 x 75.1 x 7.4 mm (6.01 x 2.96 x 0.29 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
RAM 2GB
Storage 16GB | 32GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 401 PPI screen
✓ 5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 141g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 2,910 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, March. Released 2015, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
401 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,910 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2910 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
141g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
152.7 x 75.1 x 7.4 mm (6.01 x 2.96 x 0.29 in)
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) support 5G?› No, the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) have NFC?› Yes, the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) have expandable storage?› Yes, the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) support dual SIM?› Yes, the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) supports dual SIM (Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) have a headphone jack?› Yes, the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) have stereo speakers?› Yes, the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) ship with?› The alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) ships with Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow).
What type of USB port does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) use?› The alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) support Wi-Fi 7?› The alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot.
Does the alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The alcatel Idol 3 (5.5) has 4.1, A2DP.
