alcatel Pixi 3 (4) The alcatel Pixi 3 (4) is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6572M (3G model) Qualcomm MSM8909 (4G model), built for basic everyday tasks (2015).
2015 · Entry-level · Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 4" · 121.3 x 64.2 x 11.6 mm (4.78 x 2.53 x 0.46 in)
Chipset Mediatek MT6572M (3G model) Qualcomm MSM8909 (4G model)
RAM 512MB
Storage 4GB
Main Camera 2 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
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✓︎ Pros
✓ 512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓ Lightweight at 110g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Mediatek MT6572M (3G model) Qualcomm MSM8909 (4G model) for simple tasks only
✗ 2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗ Lower-resolution 233 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, January. Released 2015, March
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6572M (3G model) Qualcomm MSM8909 (4G model)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 (3G model) Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7 (4G model)
OS
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
233 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1400 mAh, removable (EMEA)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
110g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
121.3 x 64.2 x 11.6 mm (4.78 x 2.53 x 0.46 in)
SIM
· Single SIM or Dual SIM (dual stand-by) · Mini-SIM (3G model), Micro-SIM (4G model)
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) support 5G?› No, the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) have NFC?› No, the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) does not have NFC.
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) have expandable storage?› Yes, the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) support dual SIM?› Yes, the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) supports dual SIM (· Single SIM or Dual SIM (dual stand-by) · Mini-SIM (3G model), Micro-SIM (4G model)).
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) have a headphone jack?› Yes, the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) ship with?› The alcatel Pixi 3 (4) ships with Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop).
What type of USB port does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) use?› The alcatel Pixi 3 (4) uses microUSB 2.0.
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) support Wi-Fi 7?› The alcatel Pixi 3 (4) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
Does the alcatel Pixi 3 (4) support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The alcatel Pixi 3 (4) has 4.0, A2DP.
