alcatel Idol 4
The alcatel Idol 4 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 424 PPI screen
✓5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 135g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,610 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
RAM
2GB | 3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,610 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2610 mAh, non-removable
Weight
135g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
147 x 72.5 x 7.1 mm (5.79 x 2.85 x 0.28 in)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (6055K, 6055I)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors
Gold, Dark Gray, Rose Gold, Metal Silver
