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alcatel Idol 2 Mini S phone review — specs and Genze score

alcatel Idol 2 Mini S Specifications

Alcatel

Released 2014, Feb 15

1 GB RAM

  • 116g, 8.5mm thickness
  • Android 4.3, up to 4.4
  • 4GB/8GB storage, microSDHC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.5
Display 5.2
Performance 2.8
Camera 5.1
Body 5.2
Gaming 3.9
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Heating
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Genze total: 4.3/10

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Quick specifications

4.5"

540x960 pixels

8MP

1080p

1GB RAM

2000mAh

Score breakdown

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4.3 /10
Performance 2.8/10
Battery 3.5/10
Display 5.2/10
Camera 5.1/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 3.9/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.20 GHz BT 4.0 2014

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? GSM 900 / 1800 - 6036X
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - 6036A, 6036X
??? HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - 6036Y
4G bands 1, 2, 4, 7, 17 - 6036A
??? 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28 - 6036X
??? 1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - 6036Y
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2014, February. Released 2014, June
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 129.5 x 63.5 x 8.5 mm (5.10 x 2.5 x 0.33 in)
Weight 116 g (4.09 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm2 (~67.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
Protection Oleophobic coating
OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4 (KitKat)
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 4GB 1GB RAM (6036A,6036X), 8GB 1GB RAM (6036Y)
Single 8 MP, AF
Features LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 2 MP
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS
NFC Yes (6036Y only)
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
Stand-by Up to 400 h (2G) / Up to 400 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 9 h (2G) / Up to 13 h (3G)
Music play Up to 35 h
Colors Slate, Chocolate, White, Hot pink, Cloudy
Models 6036X, 6036A, 6036Y
Price About 200 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is alcatel Idol 2 Mini S worth buying in 2026?

alcatel Idol 2 Mini S is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of alcatel Idol 2 Mini S?

alcatel Idol 2 Mini S has a 2,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does alcatel Idol 2 Mini S have?

alcatel Idol 2 Mini S features a 4.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does alcatel Idol 2 Mini S have?

alcatel Idol 2 Mini S is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for alcatel Idol 2 Mini S?

Genze rates alcatel Idol 2 Mini S 4.3/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

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