The alcatel Pop 8 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,100 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Overall
A
Performance
B+
Display
A+
Battery
A+
Camera
C+
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size8" · 209 x 123 x 7.9 mm (8.23 x 4.84 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT8382 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera2 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 Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗2 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
2014, January. Released 2014, Q2
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400MP2
OS
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
4GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 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
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
Yes
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,100 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 4100 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
325g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
209 x 123 x 7.9 mm (8.23 x 4.84 x 0.31 in)
SIM
Micro-SIM
Colors
White
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA
Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
NFC
No
GPS
GPS
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the alcatel Pop 8 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the alcatel Pop 8 does not have NFC.
Yes, the alcatel Pop 8 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The alcatel Pop 8 SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the alcatel Pop 8 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The alcatel Pop 8 ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
