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alcatel Idol 5s
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alcatel Idol 5s

Released: 2017, SeptemberPrice: About 140 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)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.65 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T880MP2
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~69.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandAlcatel
Modelalcatel Idol 5s
PriceAbout 140 EUR
RadioFM radio with RDS
SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsDark Gray
Models6060X
Single8 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, September
Weight147 g (5.19 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 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
Charging10W wired
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, September
Stand-byUp to 500 h (2G) / Up to 500 h (3G)
Announced2017, September
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 18 h (2G) / Up to 18 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions148.6 x 72 x 7.5 mm (5.85 x 2.83 x 0.30 in)
ProtectionOleophobic coating
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS

alcatel Idol 5s Overview

About alcatel Idol 5s alcatel Idol 5s is another flagship from Alcatel's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. alcatel Idol 5s has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM with Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 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 5s 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 5s?

The alcatel Idol 5s 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 5s 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 5s void warranty?

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

What Android version does alcatel Idol 5s run?

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