GENERAL |
|
Brand |
Alcatel |
Model |
1S (2021) |
Status |
Available |
Release Date |
25 March 2021 |
Operating System |
Android 11 |
SIM |
Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Networks |
2G, 3G, 4G |
Body and Dimensions |
|
Height |
165.6 mm |
Width |
75.6 mm |
Thickness |
8.8 mm |
Weight |
190 g (6.70 oz) |
Colors |
Elegant Black, Twilight Blue |
Display |
|
Screen type |
IPS LCD |
Screen Size |
6.52 inches |
Screen Resolution |
720 x 1600 pixels |
Aspect Radio |
20:9 |
Pixel Density |
269 PPI |
screen-to-body ratio |
82.0% |
Hardware |
|
Chipset |
Mediatek MT6762D Helio P22 (12 nm) |
CPU |
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) |
GPU |
PowerVR GE8320 |
RAM and Storage |
32GB 3GB RAM |
Card Slot |
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Primary Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Triple |
Lens |
13 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, PDAF |
Features |
LED flash, HDR, panorama |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Front Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Single |
Lens |
5 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/5", 1.12µm |
Features |
HDR |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Connectivity |
|
USB |
microUSB 2.0, OTG |
NFC |
No |
Radio |
FM Radio |
Bluetooth |
5.0, A2DP, LE |
Loudspeaker |
Yes, with stereo speakers |
Sensors |
|
Fingerprint |
Rear-mounted |
Other Sensors |
Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Battery |
|
Type |
Li-Po, Non removable |
Capacity |
4000 mAh |
Fast Charger |
10W wired |
Network |
|
2G Band |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
3G Band |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Band |
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
Speed |
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
Hotspot |
Yes |
The Alcatel 1S (2021) is an affordable smartphone that offers a decent set of features for everyday use. It comes with a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing a satisfactory visual experience for browsing, media consumption, and general smartphone tasks.
Running on Android 11, the device is powered by the MediaTek MT6762D Helio P22 chipset, which features an octa-core processor consisting of four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 1.8 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 1.5 GHz. This configuration ensures smooth performance for most applications and multitasking needs. The PowerVR GE8320 GPU handles graphics processing, delivering satisfactory visuals for casual gaming and multimedia.
In terms of memory, the Alcatel 1S (2021) offers 32GB of internal storage and 3GB of RAM, providing sufficient space for apps, files, and media. If more storage is needed, the device supports microSDXC cards through a shared SIM slot, allowing for expandable storage.
The main camera setup on the Alcatel 1S (2021) consists of a 13 MP primary lens with an aperture of f/2.0 and PDAF for quick and accurate focusing. It is accompanied by a 2 MP macro lens and a 2 MP depth sensor, enabling users to capture different types of photos and experiment with creative effects such as bokeh. The camera setup is equipped with features like LED flash, HDR, and panorama mode, while video recording capabilities reach up to 1080p resolution at 30fps.
For selfies, the device features a 5 MP front-facing camera with an f/2.2 aperture. It supports HDR for improved image quality and can record 1080p videos at 30fps.
Powering the Alcatel 1S (2021) is a non-removable 4000 mAh Li-Po battery, which offers a decent amount of battery life for day-to-day usage. The device also includes connectivity options such as 4G LTE for fast mobile data speeds, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a microUSB port for charging and data transfer.