alcatel OT-S521A
$25
Overview
alcatel OT-S521A is a budget Android smartphone released in 2008 with a 1.8-inch STN, powerful processor chipset, 3 main camera, and 750 mAh battery.
Priced at $25, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of alcatel OT-S521A
The display of alcatel OT-S521A measures 1.8 inches with STN technology. The screen renders at 128x160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of alcatel OT-S521A features 1 rear cameras: 3 main. Video recording supports up to No.
The battery of alcatel OT-S521A has 750mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The connectivity of alcatel OT-S521A includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth No.
The build of alcatel OT-S521A weighs 83.0g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 103.5 x 44.9 x 10.9 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about alcatel OT-S521A
alcatel OT-S521A has a 3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
alcatel OT-S521A has a 750mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
alcatel OT-S521A at $25 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
alcatel OT-S521A supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
alcatel OT-S521A has a 1.8-inch STN with 60Hz refresh rate. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The alcatel OT-S521A delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
1.8"
Main Camera
3
Chipset
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2008 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $60 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 103.5 x 44.9 x 10.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 83.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-plastic |
| Colors | ["Dark grey", "Cherry red"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | STN |
| Size (inches) | 1.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 128x160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 121 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 21.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | N/A |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | N/A |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | N/A |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | N/A |
| Modem | N/A |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | N/A |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 2MB |
| Storage Speed | N/A |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3 |
| Main Sensor Size | N/A |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | N/A |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h263 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | qcif |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | N/A |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 750 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | 5v-1a |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Proprietary OS |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | N/A |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, battery, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!