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Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£95RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8735B

Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

4.8

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

4.8

Reviews score

10%

4.8

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 97% of tablets
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

4.5

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

5.0

Camera

14%

2.4

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Software

5%

5.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 92%
4.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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4.8

Mark 7.1 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.2

Average grade

20%

6.6

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 95%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £95
Other versions:
1GB + 16GB1GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

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Reviewers agree battery life is strong, but the camera is a clear weak point.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

4.5

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

5.0

Camera

14%

2.4

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Software

5%

5.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

4.8
Reviews score
4.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
RAM capacity
1 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
MediaTek MT8735B
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT8735B, which is less advanced than 87.3% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
149 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 149 ppi, which is lower than 86.8% of tablets and equal to 9.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
AGC Dragontrail Glass
This tablet protects its screen with AGC Dragontrail Glass, which is less durable than 54.6% of tablets and the same as 2.8% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.8, which is narrower than 89.6% of tablets and equal to 3.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,600 mAh
This tablet has 4,600 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 77.3% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Charging speed
5 W
This tablet charges at 5 W, which is slower than 96% of tablets and equal to 3.3% of tablets.
Battery life
6 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 6 hours, which is shorter than that of 92% of tablets and equal to that of 2.6% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
475 g
This tablet weighs 475 g, which is lighter than 55.9% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
?
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 2.74x cheaper
    Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£95 vs £260).
    £95 vs £260
  • 2.74x cheaper
    Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£95 vs £260).
    £95 vs £260
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    4.8

    Mark 7.1 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.2

    Average grade

    20%

    6.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (6 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    6 hours vs 10 hours
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-450 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-450 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    4.8

    Mark 7.1 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.2

    Average grade

    20%

    6.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 36.0% lower sentiment score
    4.8 vs 7.5
  • 8.7% worse value for money
    Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.95 vs 7.6).
    6.95 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-450 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-450 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 35% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 71.4% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (4.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    4.26 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • 32.6% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (149 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    149 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 50 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    350 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (480x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    480x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (6 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    6 hours vs 10 hours
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 30.3% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 72.2% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    5 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 1.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.5 mm vs 8 mm
  • 60 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (260 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    260 mm vs 200 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
GadgetKaKa
≈ estimated
01/10/2017
Unboxing and first look · camera and lag observations
Verdict
Alcatel A3 10 WiFi is the best budget tablet at its price for entertainment, but weak for gaming and night photos.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

4.0
gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com
✓ explicit
30/08/2017
Hands-on test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Alcatel A3 10 Tab is a plain entry-level tablet that doesn't deliver much, fitting buyers who don't care much about specifications.
6.0
gizbot.com
✓ explicit
01/09/2017
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Alcatel A3 10 is a bulky 10-inch tablet that performs decently for its class, but its pixelated screen is its weak point.
7.0
m.rediff.com
≈ estimated
18/09/2017
Real-life test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Alcatel A3 10 is an underpowered entry-level tablet with SIM-based calling that beats most budget rivals, though it lacks VoLTE.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Large 10.1-inch screen suitable for reading ebooks and watching videos
  • Loud front-firing dual stereo speakers that provide clear audio for movies
  • Affordable price point, often cited as a good 'value for money' budget tablet
  • Expandable storage via microSD card (up to 128GB)
  • Lightweight and portable design for its size

What customers don't like about Alcatel A3 10 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Noticeable lag and slow performance when opening apps or multitasking
  • Substandard display resolution (1280x800) which can appear pixelated
  • Mediocre camera quality (5MP rear/2MP front) that performs poorly in low light
  • Inconsistent battery life, with some users reporting fast drainage during active use
  • Small internal storage (16GB), with a significant portion occupied by the system
  • Occasional touch sensitivity issues and lack of a light sensor for auto-brightness

Verdict

The Alcatel A3 10 WiFi is an entry-level 10.1-inch tablet featuring an IPS display with 1280x800 resolution and a quad-core 1.3 GHz MediaTek MT8127 processor. This specific variant is equipped with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, which can be expanded by up to 32GB via a microSD card. Key pros include its large screen for media consumption, a lightweight 475g design, and decent battery life from its 4060 mAh capacity. However, cons include an outdated Android 5.0 Lollipop operating system, limited multitasking capabilities due to the low 1GB RAM, and basic 2MP front and rear cameras that lack flash and high-end detail.

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