alcatel One Touch Scribe X
The alcatel One Touch Scribe X is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 144 x 75 x 8.5 mm (5.67 x 2.95 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera12 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 441 PPI screen
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,500 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, January. Released 2013, March
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
441 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,500 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Dimensions
144 x 75 x 8.5 mm (5.67 x 2.95 x 0.33 in)
Colors
White Devil, Black Devil, Twilight Blue, Carpet, Anodized Bluish Black, Anodized Cranberry Pink, White Carbon, Black Carbon
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the alcatel One Touch Scribe X does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the alcatel One Touch Scribe X does not have NFC.
Yes, the alcatel One Touch Scribe X supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The alcatel One Touch Scribe X SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the alcatel One Touch Scribe X has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The alcatel One Touch Scribe X ships with Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean).
The alcatel One Touch Scribe X uses microUSB 2.0.
The alcatel One Touch Scribe X supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
The alcatel One Touch Scribe X has 4.0, A2DP.
