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Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8127

Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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%

?

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%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 92% of tablets
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

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%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.2

Camera

14%

2.7

Battery

12%

5.5

Connectivity

8%

4.9

Software

5%

5.8

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

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4.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.8/ 10
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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%

7.3

Average grade

20%

6.3

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 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~ £110

What reviewers say about the Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

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Technical Specifications of tablet Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 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%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.2

Camera

14%

2.7

Battery

12%

5.5

Connectivity

8%

4.9

Software

5%

5.8

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

4.8
Reviews score
4.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.1
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 MT8127
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT8127, which is less advanced than 93.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
189 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi, which is lower than 66.5% of tablets and equal to 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
?
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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Battery capacity
3,240 mAh
This tablet has 3,240 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 95.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% 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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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
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% 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
325 g
This tablet weighs 325 g, which is lighter than 88.1% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
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
1
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 33.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (325 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    325 g vs 490 g
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 33.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (325 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    325 g vs 490 g
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 10
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    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%

    7.3

    Average grade

    20%

    6.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 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
  • 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
  • 50.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,240 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,240 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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%

    7.3

    Average grade

    20%

    6.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 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
  • 6.7% worse value for money
    Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.07 vs 7.6).
    7.07 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 23.1% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (500 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    March 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 14.5% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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 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
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 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.
  • 50.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,240 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,240 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 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 Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • 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 location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 1.2 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.2 mm vs 8 mm
  • 33.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (209 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    209 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

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

7.0
Quick Expert Reviews
≈ estimated
30/01/2018
Hands-on review · apps, kids' mode and camera
Verdict
Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi is dated and slow, but decent for basic tasks, especially after removing unneeded apps.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
techradar.com
≈ estimated
05/01/2016
Hands-on test · Budget Windows tablet
Verdict
The Pixi 3 (8) is a cheap Windows tablet for basic tasks, but Windows 10 Mobile feels out of place on its big screen and it struggles with heavier tasks.
5.0
fwd.nl
≈ estimated
04/03/2015
Hands-on test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Alcatel Pixi 3 8 is a plain plastic tablet with a washed-out screen and laggy Android, so it suits only simple, light use.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Excellent value for money and highly affordable for basic tasks
  • Lightweight and compact design makes it easy to hold in one hand
  • Includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage up to 32GB or 64GB
  • Capable of making and receiving phone calls despite being a tablet
  • Curved edges and soft-touch material provide a comfortable grip
  • Simple interface suitable for children or first-time smartphone/tablet users

What customers don't like about Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Low internal storage (often 4GB or 8GB) fills up very quickly with apps and media
  • Lack of processing power leads to slow app opening and occasional lag
  • Display quality is mediocre with poor viewing angles and noticeable pixelation
  • Cameras (typically 2MP/5MP) are low quality and only serviceable in good lighting
  • Battery life drains quickly during heavy use such as web browsing or gaming
  • Runs on dated versions of Android (4.4 or 5.0) that generally do not receive software updates

Verdict

The Alcatel Onetouch Pixi 3 8 WiFi is an entry-level 8-inch tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 IPS display, 1GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage. Powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core processor and a 4060mAh battery, it includes 5MP rear and 2MP front cameras, with storage expandable up to 64GB via microSD. Its main pros are its highly portable, lightweight design and the inclusion of GPS and Bluetooth 4.1 for enhanced connectivity. However, its primary cons include limited multitasking performance due to low RAM and a plastic build that lacks a premium feel.

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