Alcatel latest model. The best Alcatel smartphones. My rating of Alcatel smartphones

The Alcatel brand, whose phones were popular in ancient times, is now owned by the Chinese TCL, also known as the manufacturer of Thomson TVs. Despite the fact that the former big name is long gone, the brand is not forgotten, and the company regularly presents new smartphones. At the MWC 2018 exhibition in Barcelona, ​​the manufacturer brought three lines of smartphones under the Alcatel brand at once.

All devices are designed for a wide audience and are equipped with screens of the popular 18:9 format. The junior device is Alcatel 1X, which belongs to the ultra-budget price category and is equipped with entry-level hardware. The Alcatel series includes three inexpensive smartphones at once: Alcatel 3, 3V and 3X. Alcatel 5 became the most expensive of the presented devices. The release date of new Alcatel smartphones is scheduled for March 2018.

The youngest of the new products is the ultra-budget Alcatel 1X. This smartphone is designed for unpretentious buyers looking for an affordable device with an 18:9 screen. The diagonal of its display is 5.3", and the resolution is only 960x480 pixels, which gives a picture clarity of 203 PPI. Very modest, as for 2018, when even $ 70 devices are equipped with HD screens. The price of Alcatel 1X for Europe is 100 euros , for Russia, the recommended price tag is 6500 rubles.

The smartphone is based on the new MediaTek MT6739 chipset, equipped with 4 cores and PowerVR GE8100 graphics. RAM on board 1 or 2 GB, the drive holds 16 GB, there is also a slot for a flash drive. The resolution of the main camera is 8 or 13 megapixels, and the front one is 5 megapixels. At the same time, both cameras are equipped with flashes. A 2460 mAh battery is responsible for the autonomy of the device. Works Alcatel 1X running Android 8 Go Edition.

Specifications Alcatel 3

The next model, Alcatel 3, has a more advanced set of features. This smartphone received a 5.5-inch screen with a resolution of HD + 1440x720, with a pixel density of 293 PPI. For Europe, the price of Alcatel 3 is set at around 150 euros, and for Russia the price tag is almost 9 thousand rubles.

The basis of the smartphone is the MEdiaTek MT6739 chipset, the RAM on board is 2 GB, and the storage capacity is 16 GB. There is also a microSD slot. The main camera has a resolution of 13 megapixels, supports phase detection autofocus, is equipped with a flash. There is every reason to believe that the photographic module is similar to those previously installed in the budget Meizu and Xiaomi. There is a 5 megapixel camera on the front, it is also equipped with an LED flash.

Autonomous operation of the smartphone is provided by a 3000 mAh battery. This is not very much, but, looking ahead, it is worth noting that things are better here than with other new products. After all, they are equipped with similar batteries, but they have large screens, and therefore 3000 mAh is frankly not enough for them. Alcatel 3 is running Android 8. One version of the device has NFC, but it is not known whether it will be officially sold in the Russian Federation.

Specifications Alcatel 3X

Alcatel 3X is also equipped with a screen with a resolution of HD 1440x720, but its diagonal is 5.7", which is why the pixel density is lower and equal to 282 PPI. sold at a price of 10 thousand rubles.

The novelty works on the same MT6739 chip, but it has more memory. In addition to the basic version with 2/16 GB, there is also a version with 3 GB of RAM plus 32 GB of permanent memory. The device supports memory cards and OTG drives. For taking photos in Alcatel 3X, a dual camera is responsible, with matrices of 13 and 5 megapixels. The resolution of the front module is 5 megapixels, there is a flash both in front and behind.

As mentioned above, Alcatel 3X is also equipped with a 3000 mAh battery. Like model 3, NFC is declared in the older modification, which is rare in the price category up to $200. Despite the hardware identical to Alcatel 3, for some reason, the smartphone has an older Android 7 Nougat system, and not 8 Oreo.

Characteristics of Alcatel 3V

Alcatel 3V differs from all presented novelties, first of all, by its display. It has a diagonal of 6 "and a resolution of 2160x1080 (402 PPI). The price of this smartphone is set at around 190 euros. In Russia, you can buy Alcatel 3V for 10,990 rubles.

It is very interesting that the novelty for some reason works on the basis of the MT8735A chipset, designed for tablets. After all, firstly, the device still belongs to a slightly different class, and secondly, this chip is a little outdated. RAM on board 2 GB, the drive holds 16 or 32 GB, there is a slot for a flash drive. Also, the smartphone in version 5099Y supports NFC. The novelty is running Android 8.

The main camera in Alcatel 3V is also double, but it is based on other matrices than Alcatel 3X. The main sensor is 12 MP 1 / 2.8", similar to that used in Xiaomi or, and the auxiliary sensor is 2 MP. The front camera is 5 MP, with LED flash. The Alcatel 3V battery capacity is 3000 mAh.

Specifications Alcatel 5

Closes the list of new smartphones Features Alcatel, shown at MWC, model number 5. An interesting feature of the device is a frameless design on three sides, combined with a fairly wide strip above the screen. Such a step can be very convenient in terms of ergonomics. After all, the lower the display is set, the more convenient it is to get your finger to its upper part, and from above you still need a place for cameras, a speaker, etc.

The Alcatel 5 screen has a size of 5.7", and its resolution is 1440x720. That is, the more expensive device received a lower resolution than the lower model. But 282 PPI is not bad, the picture should be clear enough for average eyes. In EU countries the device will cost about 230 euros, and in Russia you can buy Alcatel 5 for 12,990 rubles.

If in Alcatel 3V the chipset surprised me a bit, then here it rather upset me. Of course, the MT6750 installed in the Alcatel 5 is more powerful than the MT8735, but it is just as old and already weak for a $200+ device. Due to the rather old chipset, the device received not the most recent Android 7.1 OS. The RAM in the gadget is 2 or 3 GB, and the storage capacity is 16 or 32 GB. The older model is equipped with an NFC module.

The main camera of Alcatel 5 is the same as the 3V, but single, without an auxiliary matrix. But a dual module is installed in front, with sensors of 13 and 5 megapixels. A notable feature of the front camera are pixels enlarged to 1.4 microns. The battery of the novelty has the already mentioned capacity of 3000 mAh, but a USB Type C port is provided for charging it, while other novelties received the old MicroUSB.

Conclusion

The new Alcatel smartphones presented at MWC 2018 leave a mixed impression. The youngest of them is an ultra-budget, of which there are many on the market, but it will fit well as the first smartphone for a child or a pensioner. The advantage over the Chinese, who are a couple of tens of dollars cheaper, is the availability of a guarantee in Russia. So the device, although very modest, but it has a potential audience.

The Alcatel 3 line pleases with dual cameras in some models, the presence of NFC. But the hardware component there is not the most powerful, the batteries are not very large. These are smartphones for those who need an inexpensive device with modern features (like a dual camera or an 18:9 screen), but iron details are not important. If you need power, there are many competitors.

Alcatel 5 leaves the most positive. Despite the HD screen and two-year-old chipset, it is really interesting both in terms of layout and other features. It will certainly be of interest to fans of mobile photography, selfie fans, as well as those who are looking for a convenient and inexpensive device.

You will also like:


Alcatel A3 XL is out, a new budget smartphone with a huge 6-inch display
Alcatel introduced three midrangers: Idol 5S, A50 and A30 Plus

Alcatel has established itself as a reliable smartphone manufacturer. In 2004, the brand was bought by TCL Mobile, but the quality of the equipment has not changed. As before, smartphones meet the price-quality criterion. If you are ready to buy a phone that will have a good camera, Internet access and high performance, it is worth considering the company's offers. Therefore, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the rating of the best Alcatel smartphones released for 2017.

Alcatel One Touch POP STAR 5022D

Inexpensive but good smartphone, with a curved back cover, high-quality body material that not only looks good, but also works great. Good sound makes the device special in its own way. Unfortunately, the device has a weak battery, so too many running applications can cause inconvenience to the user due to regular charging. The smartphone has a bright 5-inch display that delivers stunning video and picture quality. The device has a wide viewing angle that makes the display clear in any light. Two SIM cards have GSM support and 4G technology. You can buy it today within 6 thousand rubles.

Main characteristics:

  • Processor: 4-core MediaTek MT6580 1300 MHz, Mali-400 MP2 video processor;
  • Memory: RAM 1 GB, built-in 8 GB, slot for a memory card;
  • Android 5.1;
  • Battery: 2000 mAh;

Pros:

  1. Clear pictures;
  2. HD display;

Minuses:

  1. No screen protector;
  2. Weak battery;

Alcatel PIXI 4(6) 8050D

The next step in the ranking is a smartphone that is quite well-known in the budget price range. The smartphone is equipped with a pair of slots for SIM cards that support 4G. The device comes with a 6-inch screen, which provides a high-quality and juicy picture, although it has a TFT display. The multi-touch of this smartphone recognizes every touch and supports up to 5 touches at the same time. The device is powered by a budget MediaTek MT8321 chipset. The front camera of eight megapixels will help you take colorful selfies, and this is enough for taking spontaneous photos. The only drawback of this smartphone is a somewhat overpriced price, because, apart from a large screen, the cellular phone does not represent anything special.

Main characteristics:

  • Screen diagonal: 6 inches with a resolution of 960 × 540;
  • Processor: 4-core MediaTek MT8321 1300 MHz, Mali-400 MP;
  • Memory: operational 1 GB, built-in 8 GB;
  • Android 5.1;
  • Camera: main 8 MP, front 5 MP;
  • Battery: 2580 mAh;

Pros:

  1. Has a good stuffing;
  2. Dual 4G SIM card slot;
  3. Great selfie camera

Minuses:

  1. Little RAM;
  2. Weak battery;

Alcatel Shine Lite

Included in the top three leaders of the TOP of the best smartphones from Alcatel for 2017 is the Shine Lite brand. The smartphone is equipped with new technologies in the field of photography, which may not have the best parameters, but an interesting design. The device comes with a 5-inch screen and 2.5D curved glass, which is surrounded by a stylish metal body that fits perfectly in the hand. According to the manufacturer on its forum, each application can be opened from a different fingerprint of your fingers, you just have to set it up correctly. The disadvantage of a mobile phone is a single sim slot.

Main characteristics:

  • Screen diagonal: 5 inches with a resolution of 1280 × 720;
  • Processor: 4-core MediaTek MT6737 1300 MHz, Mali-T720 MP2 video processor;
  • Memory: RAM 2 GB, built-in 16 GB, slot for a memory card;
  • Android 6.0;
  • Camera: main 13 MP, front 5 MP;
  • Battery: 2460 mAh;

Pros:

  1. Unusual design;
  2. Amazing cameras;
  3. Support for many communication technologies;

Minuses:

  1. Has only one SIM card;

Alcatel IDOL 4S 6070K

This is without a doubt the best smartphone ever. The built-in cell configuration is so good that it can handle any multitasking with ease. This novelty will delight you with excellent cameras, and you can also enjoy high-level games and movies without any problems. A fingerprint sensor would have filled the empty space, but unfortunately it's not available on this model. The smartphone is equipped with a 5.5-inch AMOLED display with a high pixel density. The device weighs 149 grams. You can expand the already large ROM up to 512 GB using SD cards. The energy supplier is a large 3000 mAh lithium polymer battery. The powerful smartphone comes with useful features such as VR Store, one-finger zoom, surround sound, microphone noise reduction.

Main characteristics:

  • Screen diagonal: 5.5 inches with a resolution of 2560 × 1440;
  • Processor: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 MSM8976, Adreno 510 video processor;
  • Memory: RAM 3 GB, built-in 32 GB, slot for memory card up to 512 GB;
  • Android 6.0;
  • Camera: main 16 MP, front 8 MP;
  • Battery: 3000 mAh;

Pros:

  1. 2K display;
  2. Huge storage;
  3. High-quality pictures;

Minuses:

  1. The battery is not removable;
  2. No fingerprint sensor;

Alcatel POP 4 Plus 5056D

In all respects, it occupies the first place in the top 4 Plus - a standing smartphone with a brushed steel finish on the back, which gives it a premium design. It features an 8MP 84.4-degree wide-angle front camera, which means you can fit more of your friends into the shot. However, the processor and battery are average, so if you're looking for superior performance, you might be disappointed with this phone. The device has at its disposal 16 GB of internal memory, which can be expanded up to 512 GB.

Main characteristics:

  • Screen diagonal: 5.5 inches with a resolution of 1280 × 720;
  • Processor: 4-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909 1100 MHz, Adreno 304 video processor;
  • Memory: RAM 1.50 GB, built-in 16 GB, memory card slot;
  • Android 6.0;
  • Camera: main 8 MP, front 5 MP;
  • Battery: 2500 mAh;

Pros:

  1. Front camera with a large viewing angle;
  2. Thin;
  3. Light;
  4. Attractive design;

Minuses:

  1. One SIM card;
  2. Average processor performance;

Conclusion

This was the ranking of the best Alcatel smartphones released in 2017. We examined the advantages and disadvantages of 5 models, and you can find out more information about the desired device in the reviews on the forums. Each user is always ready to choose a quality product at a low price, and, as a rule, a good device tends to last a long time. I hope our article was useful to you and helped you decide on the choice of the right smartphone.



Alcatel / Alcatel is a well-known brand in Russia for its smartphones and push-button phones. Initially, Alcatel was a French company, but in 2005, the Chinese company TCL (which is one of the top ten smartphone manufacturers in the world) bought the rights to the Alcatel brand and began to produce smartphones under this name. In 2006, Alcatel merged with the American company Lucent. The combined company, Alcatel-Lucent, operated primarily in the telecommunications industry. In 2017, Alcatel-Lucent was acquired by the Finnish company Nokia and ceased to exist. Thus, today the Alcatel brand is a Chinese brand owned by TCL. Therefore, Alcatel smartphones currently being produced have the same advantages as other Chinese smartphones, namely an excellent price-quality ratio.

8 Alcatel Pixi 4 (4) 4034D - Alcatel's most popular smartphone

The average price in Russia is 2,700 rubles. The model, which appeared in 2016, scored 49% of fives in reviews. According to Yandex-Market, this is the most popular model in the Alcatel catalog. In addition, one of the cheapest (only a couple of models on ancient versions of Android are cheaper). Specifications: 4-inch screen with a resolution of 800x480, Android 6.0 operating system, 4 GB of built-in (2 GB available to the user) and 512 MB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 32 GB. Dual SIM support. 3G support. Main camera 3.2 MP with LED flash. Front camera 2 MP. Battery capacity 1500 mAh. Battery life in talk mode 7 hours, standby time 12.5 days. 4-core processor MediaTek MT6580M. Housing made of plastic.

7 Alcatel U5 5044D - cheap smartphone with 4G LTE support

The average price in Russia is 5,200 rubles. The novelty of 2019 has not yet received reviews in Yandex Market. Specifications: 5-inch screen with a resolution of 854x480, Android 6.0 operating system, 8 GB of built-in and 1 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card. Support for two SIM cards. 4G LTE support. Main camera 5 MP with built-in flash. Front camera 2 MP. Battery capacity 2050 mAh. Battery life in talk mode 30 hours, standby time 20 days. 4-core processor MediaTek MT6737. Housing made of plastic.

6 Alcatel PIXI 4(6) 8050D - Alcatel phone with the largest screen

The average price in Russia is 6,000 rubles. The model, which appeared in 2016, scored 69% of fives according to reviews in Yandex Market. Specifications: 6-inch screen with a resolution of 960x540, Android 5.1 operating system, 8 GB of built-in and 1 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 64 GB. Support for two SIM cards. 3G support. Main camera 8 MP with LED flash and autofocus. Front camera 5 MP. Battery capacity 2580 mAh. 4-core processor MediaTek MT8321. Housing made of plastic.

5 Alcatel A3 5046D

The average price in Russia is 8,000 rubles. The novelty of 2019 has not yet received reviews in Yandex Market. Specifications: 5-inch screen with a resolution of 1280x720, Android 6.0 operating system, 16 GB of built-in and 1.5 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 32 GB. Support for two SIM cards. 4G LTE support. Main camera 13 MP with LED flash. Front camera 5 MP. Battery capacity 2460 mAh. 4-core processor MediaTek MT6737. There is a fingerprint scanner. Housing made of plastic.

4 Alcatel Shine Lite

The average price in Russia is 8,300 rubles. The model, which appeared at the end of October 2017, scored very good reviews in Yandex Market - 82% of fives. Specifications: 5-inch screen with a resolution of 1280x720, Android 6.0 operating system, 16 GB of built-in (9.5 GB available to the user) and 2 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 128 GB. Single SIM support. 4G LTE support. Main camera 13 MP with LED flash and autofocus. Front camera 5 MP. Battery capacity 2460 mAh. Battery life in talk mode 20 hours, standby time 19 days. 4-core processor MediaTek MT6737. There is a fingerprint scanner. Body made of glass and metal.

3 Alcatel POP 4S

The average price in Russia is 8,650 rubles. The model, which appeared in 2017, scored 50% of fives according to reviews in Yandex Market. Specifications: 5.5-inch screen with a resolution of 1920x1080, Android 6.0 operating system, 16 GB of built-in and 2 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 64 GB. Support for two SIM cards. 4G LTE support. Main camera 13 MP with LED flash and autofocus. Front camera 5 MP. Battery capacity 2960 mAh. Battery life in talk mode 15 hours, standby time 21 days. 8-core processor MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755). There is a fingerprint scanner.

2 Alcatel IDOL 4

The average price in Russia is 14,000 rubles. The model, which appeared in 2017, scored 65% of fives according to reviews in Yandex Market. Specifications: 5.2-inch screen with a resolution of 1920x1080, Android 6.0 operating system, 16 GB of built-in (12.3 GB available to the user) and 3 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 128 GB. Support for two SIM cards. 4G LTE support. Main camera 13 MP with LED flash and autofocus. Front camera 8 MP. Battery capacity 2610 mAh. Battery life in talk mode 15 hours, standby time 21 days. Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 MSM8952 octa-core processor.

1 Alcatel Idol 4S - smartphone with virtual reality glasses included

The average price in Russia is 20,000 rubles. Moreover, for this price you will receive virtual reality glasses, which are included in the kit. The flagship Alcatel, which appeared in the spring of 2017, scored 65% of fives according to reviews in Yandex Market. Specifications: 5.5-inch screen with a resolution of 2560x1440, Android 6.0 operating system, 32 GB of built-in (25 GB available to the user) and 3 GB of RAM, there is a slot for a memory card up to 512 GB. Single SIM support. 4G LTE support. Main camera 16 MP with LED flash and autofocus. Front camera 8 MP. Battery capacity 3000 mAh. Battery life in talk mode 13 hours, standby time 17.5 days. Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 MSM8976 octa-core processor. There is no fingerprint scanner.

Known for its inexpensive cell phone models, despite fierce competition in the smartphone market, he does not despair.

Our review presents the best Alcatel smartphones of recent years, appreciated by users.

TOP 4 best models of 2016-2017

4th place among the prestigious models was occupied by the novelty presented in 2017 - Alcatel A3 XL .

A 6-inch display and the latest Android 7.0 Nougat OS at the low price promised by manufacturers - that's what this gadget can boast of.

Device advantages:

  • Large six-inch screen.
  • Modern.
Cons Alcatel A3 XL:
  • Low screen resolution.
  • Few .



3rd place – model Alcatel One Touch HERO 8030Y . This gadget can be considered a budget device that has “corroded” to the top position in the model line.


The advantages of the device include:
  • A very good 13-megapixel camera that allows you to take very high-quality pictures.
  • 6 inch HD screen.
  • protecting from pollution.
  • 4G module providing high-speed Internet access.
Among the disadvantages of HERO 8030Y:
  • Quite a high price (about 16 thousand rubles), which, however, is inevitable with such parameters.
  • Not too well located main speaker, the sound of which is muffled when you hold the smartphone in your hand.
  • has not too much capacity, with intensive use of the gadget it may not be enough.



2nd place rating - Alcatel One Touch Idol 3 6039Y 4G LTE . The highlights of the device are two speakers and support for the standard.

Unfortunately, they do not compensate for the slightly overpriced price of this slightly outdated model.


Positive qualities of the model:
  • High-quality 13-megapixel camera that provides the ability to shoot in HD quality.
  • Good sound provided by well-placed twin speakers.
Among the shortcomings can be noted:
  • Old operating system Android 5.0.2.
  • Obviously overpriced (15 thousand rubles) the price of the device.
  • The non-separable case of the smartphone, however, is made quite qualitatively.
  • Insufficient battery capacity, which does not allow using the gadget without recharging for more than a day.



1st place in the rating was taken by the expected novelty of the Idol line - Alcatel Idol 5S .

The gadget has quite top-end characteristics, at the expected price, which should not exceed 12 thousand rubles, approaching the budget segment.


The new flagship of the Alcatel model line will delight users the following characteristics:
  • MediaTek Helio P20 octa-core processor, clocked at 1.7GHz.
  • Finally enough RAM - 3 GB.
  • 32 GB expandable with memory cards up to 128 GB.
  • The presence of a fingerprint scanner.
  • Modern operating system Android 7.0.
  • Quite a capacious battery - 3200 mAh.
It is too early to talk about the shortcomings of the model.

TOP-3 budget models of 2016-2017

3rd place occupies the model Alcatel One Touch POP 3 5015D . Budget device, not without flaws.


The undoubted advantages of the model are:
  • A rather big 5-inch display for a state employee.
  • Relatively productive quad-core.
There are more than enough disadvantages:
  • Not the latest Android 5.1 operating system.
  • Terrible image quality at a resolution of only 800x480 pixels.
  • The battery capacity of 1800 mAh is clearly insufficient for such performance.
  • Small built-in memory as standard.



2nd place ranked among inexpensive smartphones Alcatel Pixi 4 (5") 5045D .

This model is distinguished by the support of two SIM cards, the possibility of high-speed Internet access via LTE, as well as a frontal flash, which will surely please selfie lovers.


Among the advantages of the device are:
  • Large for a budget model five-inch screen.
  • Internet connection via /LTE.
  • Support for the use of two SIM cards.
  • Video stabilization.
Not without Alcatel Pixi 4 (5") 5045D and shortcomings:
  • The battery capacity is frankly not enough - 2000 mAh.
  • Little internal memory - only 8 GB.



1st place - Alcatel Pixi 4 Plus Power , attracting attention with the catchy coloring of its body.

The novelty runs on the Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system and is equipped with a high-capacity battery.


Device advantages:
  • Relatively high-quality (for a budget device) 5.5-inch screen.
  • Bright design will surely appeal to a younger audience.
  • It's a gigantic battery capacity - 5000 mAh.
Model Disadvantages:
  • Not too high quality rear camera 13-megapixel resolution.
  • Unlike the previous model, there is no support for LTE, which is already critical for modern smartphones.



As you can see, Alcatel consistently continues to develop its flagship line of Idol models, and the 5th model, due to cost reduction, even loses somewhat in terms of its characteristics to the previous generation.

Budget devices Alcatel OneTouch gave way to the lineup of the new Alcatel Pixi line, characterized by a bright youth design and low cost.

In general, the gadgets offered to consumers by Alcatel still confirm the reputation of this brand: acceptable quality for reasonable money.

The brand's model range in 2016-2017 did not survive either enchanting ups or grandiose failures.

Salon consultants have a neat trick that allows them to sell Alcatel smartphones like hot cakes: they simply tell customers that Alcatel is a French company, therefore, their gadgets are French. This argument works very well with those clients who frown in disgust at the word " China».

In fact, there is nothing French in Alcatel smartphones. Back in 2004, the division of Alcatel, which was engaged in the production of mobile equipment, merged with the Chinese company TCL - all push-button phones and "smart" devices that came out after that moment come from the Middle Kingdom. It was TCL that turned out to be the main one in the pair, and only the trademark remained from Alcatel - well-known and successful from a marketing point of view.

The fact that Alcatel smartphones are made in China should not confuse the buyer - on the contrary, it is precisely because of this that gadgets have reasonable prices. This article will tell about the current lines of Alcatel and the most remarkable of the company's smartphones.

Which Alcatel smartphone lines are active in 2017?

Alcatel is a real champion in the number of smartphone lines, the company has already 6 of them:

  • A. This is the latest line - the first A-series devices appeared only in 2017. Now the lineup includes completely heterogeneous smartphones, but most of them still have one thing in common - huge displays with a diagonal of 5.5-6 inches.
  • U- a line for people who cannot imagine life without a selfie.
  • shine. There is only one Shine smartphone so far - this is the Lite model. The key feature is a premium glass and metal design at a low price.
  • Idol- the most advanced and functional Alcatel smartphones. It is this line that should be considered the flagship. Alcatel Idol devices usually have very thin cases and amazing quality contrast IPS displays.
  • Pop- budget smartphones designed mainly for teenage audiences. A characteristic feature of the design of the devices of the line is rounded corners.
  • pixie- a line of ultra-budget devices with functionality corresponding to the price. Note that the line between the Pop and Pixi lines has begun to blur: the most expensive Pixi now costs almost 6,000 rubles, while a Pop-smartphone can be bought for 4,000.

We will present the most notable Alcatel smartphones in more detail.

Most affordable

Alcatel Pixi 4 4034D

  • Chipset: 4-core MediaTek MT6580M, 1300 MHz.
  • Screen: 4 inches, resolution 800×480.
  • Battery: 1500 mAh
  • RAM: 512 MB
  • Built-in storage: 4 GB

Price: from 2 368 rubles

There are few smartphones on the market costing up to 2,500 rubles - and there are only a few models that can also boast Android version 6.0 out of the box. One of those is Alcatel Pixi 4 4034D.

There is no need to talk about the merits of Pixi for a long time - it is clear that the most fastidious users can pass by. Among the advantages of the gadget, in addition to the minimum price, is an unexpectedly powerful processor. MTK's 4-core Pixi "stone" is capable of overclocking up to 1300 MHz. Exactly the same clock frequency is listed in the characteristics of most Alcatel devices - even those that cost 10 thousand rubles.

Advantages:

  • Lots of color options.
  • Minimum cost.
  • Support for 2 SIM cards.
  • A good chipset for an ultra-budget device.

Flaws:

  • A small screen with a ridiculous resolution for today.
  • Boring and banal design.

Other inexpensive smartphones: One Touch Pop Star (5070D), Pixi 4 (5) (5045D), U5 (4047D), U3, Pixi 3 (4) (4013D).

For selfie lovers

Alcatel U5 HD

  • Chipset: 4-core MediaTek MT6737M, 1300 MHz.
  • Screen: 5 inch, HD resolution.
  • Battery: 2200 mAh
  • RAM: 1 GB
  • Built-in storage: 8 GB

Price: from 4 690 rubles

Alcatel rewarded the budget model U5 HD with excellent cameras - 13-megapixel rear and 8-megapixel front. The front camera is provided with a flash - you can do selfies even in low light conditions. Young users will surely be pleased with the presence of many photo effects for selfies - for example, the popular effect " Mask”, which allows you to transform into a pirate, into a bear, into a zombie on the smartphone screen.

Alas, with the exception of the U5 HD cameras, there is really nothing more to brag about - in terms of all other characteristics, this is a rather primitive budget gadget.

It is worth buying the HD model. A simple U5, although a little cheaper, but its screen is no good.

Advantages:

  • Decent selfie camera with lots of filters and effects.
  • 4G support.
  • Support for 2 SIM cards.

Flaws:

  • Mediocre autonomy.
  • Small amount of user memory.
  • Overpriced - for the same money you can buy a gadget with better characteristics.

Other selfie smartphones: A7, A3, A3 XL, Idol 4S.

Humble "handsome"

Alcatel Shine Lite

  • Chipset: 4-core MediaTek MT6737, 1300 MHz.
  • Screen: 5 inch, HD resolution.
  • Battery: 2460 mAh
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Built-in storage: 16 GB

Price: from 7 990 rubles

The Alcatel Shine Lite model was presented at IFA 2016, where it was definitely a success. The smartphone fully corresponds to the epithet assigned by the manufacturer (“shining”) and looks absolutely fantastic. Visitors to the exhibition opened their mouths in amazement when they were informed that this gadget - budgetary.

The design secret of Shine Lite lies in the fact that the body of the smartphone does not contain a single gram of plastic. Both the front and back sides of the device are covered with durable 2.5D Dragontrail glass – there is also an oleophobic coating on the front. The body frame is made of metal.

Due to the fact that the smartphone is made exclusively from premium materials, it has a significant weight - more than 150 grams. However, you must admit: this sacrifice was worth making for such an amazing design!

Advantages:

Flaws:

  • The chipset is not the most productive - in terms of processor characteristics, the gadget is not far from Pixi 4.
  • The device supports only 1 SIM.

Biggest

Alcatel A7 XL

  • Chipset: 8-core MediaTek MT6750S, 1500 MHz.
  • Screen: 6 inches, FullHD resolution.
  • Battery: 4000 mAh
  • RAM: 3 GB
  • Built-in storage: 32 GB

Price: from 13 000 rubles

If the Shine Lite model became an exhibit of IFA 2016, then Alcatel presented A7 gadgets at the same exhibition a year later. A simple A7 is not really memorable, but the A7 XL impressed - it's really huge!

The smartphone is provided with a laminated 6-inch IPS display covered with Dragontrail glass. The screen resolution is 1920×1080 pixels (FullHD), which is a big improvement over the A3 XL, which is called the "eye killer" for its display of the same diagonal with HD resolution. Despite the large dimensions, the A7 XL is very easy to use - and besides, it is pretty and pleasant to the touch. The device has a classic metal design that will obviously never go out of style.

Advantages:

Flaws:

  • Impressive weight - 175 grams.
  • Considerable thickness - 9 mm. In such a case, it would be possible to fit an even more capacious battery.
  • Mediocre rear camera. A resolution of 12 megapixels will not help if you use a budget sensor - as is the case with the A7 XL.

Other smartphones with large screens: A2 XL, A3 XL, POP 4 (6), Pixi 4 (6).

Most Musical

Alcatel Idol 4S 6070K

  • Chipset: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652
  • Screen: 5.5 inches, Quad HD resolution
  • Battery: 3000 mAh
  • RAM: 3 GB
  • Built-in storage: 32 GB

Price: from 14 489 rubles

The sound of the Idol 4S was created by such "luminaries" as JBL and Waves - so it is quite logical that this smartphone is one of the most "musical" on the market today. The device from Alcatel is equipped with two speakers, as well as Waves professional audio technology, so it sounds significantly louder and clearer than most other mobile devices.

A curious feature of the device is the so-called reversibility; whichever way you turn the device, the right audio channel will remain on the right, and the left - on the left. It's all about symmetry here. For example, the speakers are located on both the front and back sides, so if you put the Idol 4S on the screen, the music will not sound muffled. Microphones are located in the upper and lower parts of the body - as a result, you can talk on an Alcatel smartphone even holding it upside down.

Advantages:

  • Quality headset from JBL included.
  • The presence of the Waves MaxxAudio music manager, which allows you to customize the sound for specific headphones.
  • VR headset support.
  • Large amount of memory. In this parameter, Idol 4S compares favorably with the Idol 4 model, which has half the ROM capacity.

Flaws:

  • There is no fingerprint sensor.
  • The autonomy of the smartphone leaves much to be desired.

The best of the best

Alcatel Idol 5

  • Chipset: 8-core MediaTek MT6753, 1300 MHz.
  • Screen: 5.2 inches, Full HD resolution.
  • Battery: 2800 mAh
  • RAM: 3 GB
  • Built-in storage: 16 GB

Price: from 11 693 rubles

Paradoxically, we recognize the Idol 5 as the best smartphone from Alcatel - a gadget that balances on the verge that separates the budget and mid-price segments. The device does not contain any sensational technologies, but it boasts a very high-quality assembly and attractive design. The case is cast, made of aluminum, the battery is not removed. Thanks to its minimal thickness (only 7.5 mm) and 2.5D Dragontrail glass with an oleophobic coating, the smartphone looks modern and will not be “lost”, even if it is on the same shelf as the dazzlingly bright Shine Lite.

Advantages:

  • Premium look.
  • The presence of a fingerprint sensor.
  • Support for Dirac digital sound optimization technology.
  • The presence of a unique Now key, the function of which the user can determine himself.
  • Support function " Application duplication”, thanks to which the user can “log in” in social networks and instant messengers on the device under two accounts at the same time.

Flaws:

  • Autonomy is mediocre.
  • The camera, despite the resolution of 16 megapixels, does not shoot in the best way.
  • The SIM card slot is combined - you have to make a choice between SIM 2 and a flash drive.

The Idol 5S smartphone deserves to be called the best, which sounds better and has more user memory. However, at the end of 2017, this device is not sold either in Russian retail or in the official Alcatel online store.

Conclusion

In the Alcatel smartphone catalog of 2017, there is not a single expensive device at all - apparently, the manufacturer has despaired of competing for a “place in the sun” in the premium segment. But Alcatel's positions in the budget segment are very strong - the Pop and Pixi lines will surely become legendary soon.

Alcatel has a good chance of success in the middle price segment as well. The company offers users at low prices bright smartphones with original design - this is what differs from many Chinese manufacturers that are only capable of churning out boring and trivial monoblocks.