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alcatel Idol 5

Released: January 1, 2017
Discontinued

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Display

5.2"

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Capacity

2800 mAh

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Main Camera

13 MP

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RAM

3 GB

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Chipset

Mediatek MT6753

alcatel Idol 5 is a smartphone released in 2017 featuring 5.20-inch display, Mediatek MT6753 processor, 3GB RAM, 2800mAh battery.

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The alcatel Idol 5 is a smartphone from Alcatel featuring Mediatek MT6753 processor, 5.2" IPS_LCD, 13MP camera. Find the latest prices in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt on Wakteey. Below you'll find the full specifications, comparisons, and updated prices for the alcatel Idol 5 in 2026.

🏆 Expert Verdict
3.5/10

If you're thinking about buying the alcatel Idol 5 in 2026, here's a quick answer before you decide 👇

⚠️ Warning

This phone is outdated in 2026 and is not recommended for most users.

You can find much better performance at the same price today. 👇

🟢 Good for
  • Basic use only 📱
🔴 Not ideal for
  • Heavy all-day use
  • Heavy gaming 🎮
  • 5G network users
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Final verdict

alcatel Idol 5 is an outdated phone released in 2017. We don't recommend buying it in 2026 — better options exist at the same price.

Key Specifications

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Display

5.2" IPS_LCD · Hz

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Chipset

Mediatek MT6753

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RAM

3GB

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Internal Storage

16GB

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Main Camera

13MP f/2.0

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Capacity

2,800mAh

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OS

ANDROID Android 7.1 (Nougat)

Features

NFC
5G
Wireless Charging
Water Resistant
Headphone Jack
Memory Card
Stereo Speakers
OIS Camera

Available Colors

Metal SilverMetal Black

alcatel Idol 5 in detail

alcatel Idol 5 display

The alcatel Idol 5 has a 5.2-inch IPS_LCD display with FHD resolution. Pixel density is 423 ppi, which keeps text and images very sharp.

Performance

It is powered by the Mediatek MT6753 (28 nm). RAM goes up to 3 GB. Storage starts at 16 GB, with a microSD slot.

Camera

The main rear camera is 13 MP with f/2.0 aperture and a 1/3.1" sensor. Video tops out at 1080p@30fps. The selfie camera is 5 MP.

Battery & charging

The battery is 2,800 mAh, relatively small, so you may need a top-up during the day.

Design & software

It weighs 155 g. It runs Android 7.1 (Nougat).

Price & value

The alcatel Idol 5 costs roughly $57 globally. Local prices in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt change often, so check the Prices tab before you buy.

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