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alcatel Idol 5
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alcatel Idol 5

Released: 2017, SeptemberPrice: About 120 EURStatus: Available. Released 2017, September

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP3
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.9 cm, 2, (~69.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11, b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandAlcatel
Modelalcatel Idol 5
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video720p
ColorsMetal Silver, Metal Black
Models6058D, 6058X
Single5 MP, f/2.4, 1/5.0", 1.12µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, September
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6753 (28 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Internal16GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, September
Announced2017, September
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions148 x 73 x 7.5 mm (5.83 x 2.87 x 0.30 in)
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass, oleophobic coating
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~423 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

alcatel Idol 5 Overview

About alcatel Idol 5 alcatel Idol 5 is another flagship from Alcatel's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. alcatel Idol 5 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 3GB RAM with Mediatek MT6753 (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

alcatel Idol 5 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 alcatel Idol 5?

The alcatel Idol 5 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 alcatel Idol 5 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Alcatel 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 alcatel Idol 5 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the alcatel Idol 5 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does alcatel Idol 5 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your alcatel Idol 5.