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Alcatel Idol 4s 32GB and Ascend Mate7 16GB review

Created date: 2018-09-30 23:24:17, Updated date: 2020-04-16 17:07:03

alcatel Idol 4s 32GBAscend Mate7 16GB
alcatel Idol 4s 32GBAscend Mate7 16GB

Which do we recommend after comparing the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"? We evaluated the differences between the two models. This article is recommended for those who are trying to choose between the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB".

alcatel Idol 4s 32GBAscend Mate7 16GB
alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

General rating:

59.3/100

(The 2161th of all smartphones)

60.4/100

(The 306th of all smartphones)

Grip
60/100
46/100
Screen quality
84/100
74/100
Performance
74/100
59/100
Storage size
78/100
70/100
Battery
87/100
92/100
Rear-camera resolution
80/100
72/100
Front-camera resolution
80/100
65/100

What is the difference between the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB"? See a detailed comparison of ease of use and performance

Comparison of weight and size of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

The design of alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is 153.9mm long, 75.4mm wide, and 7.0mm thick. It weighs 149.0g.

The design of Ascend Mate7 16GB

The "Ascend Mate7 16GB" is 157.0mm long, 81.0mm wide, and 7.9mm thick. It weighs 185.0g.

Which is the better design to use?

In comparison, the size difference is 3mm in length, 5.5mm in width, and 0.9mm in thickness. Those who are looking for a phone they can use one-handedly will find the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" easier to use and carry around. Flick typing is easier on the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB", making it relatively more user-friendly. Also, "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is more compact than "Ascend Mate7 16GB" and less bulky for the user to carry around.

The difference in weight is 36g. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is much lighter, putting less burden on the hand.

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

Ease of holding it in one hand65/10052/100
How much it does not feel heavy to hold in one hand54/10029/100
Ease of carrying around60/10054/100

Compare the display of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

Display of the alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" uses a AMOLED liquid crystal. The resolution is 1440 x 2560, and the pixel density is 534ppi. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has a 5.5inch screen size.

Display of the Ascend Mate7 16GB

The "Ascend Mate7 16GB" uses a IPS-NEO liquid crystal. The resolution is 1080 x 1920, and the pixel density is 367ppi. The "Ascend Mate7 16GB" has a 6.0inch screen size.

Which has a better screen?

This makes a 0.5inch difference in the display sizes. When you actually look at the screen, "Ascend Mate7 16GB" feels like it has a slightly bigger display. For doing internet research using systems such as SNS, there is not much difference between the two phones. Both the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose. If you compare how well the different phones support mobile games, the display size of "Ascend Mate7 16GB" makes it more suited for playing games. Both the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

In terms of display, the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is a better choice for those looking to use their phone for browsing the web or for gaming. When using the smartphone as a VR, the screen is generally held much closer to the face than when using the smartphone for other purposes, and so the clarity of the screen becomes a rather important factor. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" also offers a crisp, cleaner display when using a VR headset than the "Ascend Mate7 16GB". The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

How suited is the screen for usual usage?72/10076/100
How suited is the screen to play games on?73/10078/100

Compare the camera performances of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

Camera performance of alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

The main camera of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has 16.0MP. The front camera has 8.0MP.

Camera performance of Ascend Mate7 16GB

The main camera of the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" has 13.0MP. The front camera has 5.0MP.

Which camera performance is better?

The back cameras thus have a 3MP difference in comparison. As for taking photos of scenic places or group photos of people, the rear camera of "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is more suited for capturing distant objects. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB"'s rear camera triumphs as well, boasting a better megapixel count for close-up Instagram-worthy pictures of meals and desserts. Both the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

There is a 3MP difference in front camera pixel number. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB"'s front camera also works terrifically well with selfie sticks and for capturing distant objects like the background scenery in your selfies. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB"'s front camera has a more suitable megapixel count for shooting objects up close for selfies and such.

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

Is is suited to taking far away objects with the rear camera?80/10072/100
Is it suited for taking close objects with the built-in camera?80/10065/100

Comparison of the processing capabilities of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

The processing capability of the alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Performance is defined by the chipset, and the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" uses the Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 SoC. The CPU performance is 1.8GHz+1.4GHz×8(8.0-cores). The memory capacity is 3.0GB.

The processing capability of the Ascend Mate7 16GB

Performance is defined by the chipset, and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" uses the Hisilicon Kirin925 SoC. The CPU performance is 1.8GHz+1.3GHz×8(8.0-cores). The memory capacity is 2.0GB.

Which has the better processing capability?

As compared to the "Ascend Mate7 16GB", the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" boasts boasts a better CPU and specs. This is a 1GB difference in memory capacity. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has more memory storage, making the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" work better for multitasking or running 3D games.

For using fundamental features such as calls, emails, messages and using SNS, I am more inclined to recommend the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB". Users looking for a phone to meet their web browsing and video playing needs, with the occasional game every now and then, should definitely go for the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB". The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" runs 2D games and simple 3D games much more smoothly, making it the better choice in this area. Complex, full-fledged 3D games definitely run better on the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" than the "Ascend Mate7 16GB".

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

Review on the CPU capbility and memory capacity when using Social Networks or the Internet82/10077/100
Review on the CPU speed and the memory capacity while playing 3D games66/10041/100

Comparison of the battery life of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

Battery performance of alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has a battery capacity of 3000.0mAh.

Battery performance of Ascend Mate7 16GB

The "Ascend Mate7 16GB" has a battery capacity of 4100.0mAh.

Which battery perfomances is better?

This makes a difference in battery capacity of 1100mAh, but it is not enough to only compare the capacity. With a high-performance CPU, the battery drains faster, and a larger screen also uses more battery.

The "Ascend Mate7 16GB" is also a great choice for those who only use their phone for occasional phone calls or for checking the time. For average daily use, for example looking things up online, SNS, gaming or occasionally checking your screen I can recommend the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" slightly more. Both the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

The battery life of the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" is well equipped to handle long hours of gaming, video playback, and other kinds of frequent daily use. Both the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

Review on the battery life of a phone mainly using Social Networks and the Internet87/10092/100
Review on the battery life of a phone mainly using mainly games and videos74/10083/100

Compare the storage capacity of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

The storage capacity of the alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has 32.0GB of internal memory. It is also compatible with SD cards, so when there is insufficient storage space, then a SD card can be used to add more storage. A SD with a maximum of 256.0GB can be used.

The storage capacity of the Ascend Mate7 16GB

The "Ascend Mate7 16GB" has 16.0GB of internal memory. It is also compatible with SD cards, so when there is insufficient storage space, then a SD card can be used to add more storage. A SD with a maximum of 32.0GB can be used.

Which has the easier storage to use?

The difference in internal memory is about 16GB. "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is recommended if you are using your phone mainly for downloading games and using apps such as social media. Avid gamers should look to the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" for fulfilling their storage needs, as the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" unfortunately falls behind here.

When the storage added with a SD card is included, then the difference is about 240GB. Because the speed of loading from or saving to the SD card is slow, it is suited for saving pictures or videos. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" will support you with its large storage all the way as you download photos and videos to your heart's content. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

Review on the storage capacity when playing many games78/10070/100
Review on when you store many pictures and videos90/10059/100

Which to buy, the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" or "Ascend Mate7 16GB"

At the end of the day which is better, the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" or "Ascend Mate7 16GB"?

If you're looking for something that's easy to hold, the compact "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is a great choice. Its perfect screen size of 5.5inch makes the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" a lot easier to use. The "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" also hands down has the superior specs. Between the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and the "Ascend Mate7 16GB", the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is overall the clear winner.

alcatel Idol 4s 32GB

Ascend Mate7 16GB

Handling60/10046/100
Display84/10074/100
CPU specs74/10059/100
General rating75/10064/100

Is it recommended to buy the alcatel Idol 4s 32GB, compared with other smartphones?

Compared to other smart phones, the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" has a size that is easy to hold, and looks compact. It can be easily operated with one hand. The screen size is larger than that of standard smartphones. It is suited for typing long texts and so can be used to read or edit office texts. In addition, its processing capabilities are of a slightly higher specification compared to the average smart phone, and can be said to be more than adequate for normal use. However, its performance may feel slightly inadequate when playing 3D games and such. Looking at the overall specifications, the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" is a middle-range to high-end smart phone.

Is it recommended to buy the Ascend Mate7 16GB, compared with other smartphones?

Compared to other smartphones, the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" is averagely easy to hold. Although it can be a little difficult, it is the right size to be able to operate with one hand. The screen size is larger than that of standard smartphones. It is suited for typing long texts and so can be used to read or edit office texts. Its processing performance is roughly the same as an average smartphone. It is a well balanced model, but its performance does feel slightly lacking. Buying a higher performance smartphone would make using apps easier. Looking at the overall specifications, the "Ascend Mate7 16GB" is a middle-range to high-end smart phone.

What are the spec differences between the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB" ?

A summary of the technical specifications of the "alcatel Idol 4s 32GB" and "Ascend Mate7 16GB". Functions and performance variations on the same model will be highlighted in red.

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alcatel Idol 4s 32GBAscend Mate7 16GB
ColorGold/Dark Gray/Rose Gold/Metal Silver/
OSAndroidAndroid
Dimensions (width x height x thickness)75.4mm x 153.9mm x 7.0mm81.0mm x 157.0mm x 7.9mm
Weight149.0g185.0g
Display size5.5inch6.0inch
Display typeAMOLEDIPS-NEO
Screen resolution (width x height)1440 x 25601080 x 1920
Pixel density534ppi367ppi
Battery capacity3000.0mAh4100.0mAh
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652Hisilicon Kirin925
CPU specs1.8GHz+1.4GHz×8(8.0-cores)1.8GHz+1.3GHz×8(8.0-cores)
RAM size3.0GB2.0GB
Storage size32.0GB16.0GB
Rear-camera resolution16.0MP13.0MP
Front-camera resolution8.0MP5.0MP

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