The alcatel Pixi 3 (8) LTE is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,060 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Microsoft Windows 10
Overall
A+
Performance
A
Display
A+
Battery
A+
Camera
B+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size8" · 209 x 124.9 x 8.3 mm (8.23 x 4.92 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera5 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 189 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2016, February
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 304
OS
Microsoft Windows 10
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
8GB
Memory Card
microSDHC
💻 Display
Size
8"
Resolution
800×1280
Sharpness
189 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps
Selfie
2 MP
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,060 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 4060 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Dimensions
209 x 124.9 x 8.3 mm (8.23 x 4.92 x 0.33 in)
SIM
Micro-SIM
Colors
Smoky Grey, Soft Gold, White
Sensors
Accelerometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA, LTE
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
No
GPS
GPS
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the alcatel Pixi 3 (8) LTE does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
