alcatel OT-838
The alcatel OT-838 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Entry-levelⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size2.4" · 115 x 61 x 12.5 mm (4.53 x 2.40 x 0.49 in)
Storage2MB
Main Camera2 MP
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✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 101g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 167 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotographyMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2012, April. Released 2012, June
💻 Display
Sharpness
167 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
101g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
115 x 61 x 12.5 mm (4.53 x 2.40 x 0.49 in)
Colors
Black, Ocean Blue, Red, Lavender
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the alcatel OT-838 does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
Yes, the alcatel OT-838 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The alcatel OT-838 SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the alcatel OT-838 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The alcatel OT-838 uses microUSB 2.0.
The alcatel OT-838 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g.
The alcatel OT-838 has 2.1, A2DP.
