alcatel Idol S
The alcatel Idol S is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.7" · 133.5 x 66.8 x 7.4 mm (5.26 x 2.63 x 0.29 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 110g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, August. Released 2013, December
Also Known As
Also known as Alcatel OT-6034R, Alcatel OT-6034Y, Alcatel OT-6034M
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
312 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Asahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
110g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
133.5 x 66.8 x 7.4 mm (5.26 x 2.63 x 0.29 in)
Colors
Slate, Fresh Rose, Cherry Red
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the alcatel Idol S does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the alcatel Idol S does not have NFC.
Yes, the alcatel Idol S supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The alcatel Idol S SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the alcatel Idol S has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The alcatel Idol S ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
The alcatel Idol S uses microUSB 2.0.
The alcatel Idol S supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot.
The alcatel Idol S has 4.0, A2DP.
