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Archos Diamond Alpha
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Archos Diamond Alpha

Released: 2017, August. Released 2017, OctoberPrice: About 400 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 510
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~70.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandArchos
ModelArchos Diamond Alpha +
PriceAbout 400 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, Gold
Single16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
StatusDiscontinued
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal128GB 6GB RAM
Released2017, August. Released 2017, October
Announced2017, August. Released 2017, October
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions146.7 x 72.5 x 7.5 mm (5.78 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

Archos Diamond Alpha Overview

About Archos Diamond Alpha + Archos Diamond Alpha + is a discontinued device from Archos's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Archos Diamond Alpha + has a wide variety of great specifications such as 128GB 6GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Archos Diamond Alpha can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Archos Diamond Alpha?

The Archos Diamond Alpha supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Archos Diamond Alpha support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Archos devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Archos Diamond Alpha void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Archos Diamond Alpha will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Archos Diamond Alpha run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Archos Diamond Alpha.