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Allview X4 Soul 64GB and Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB review

Created date: 2018-09-30 21:25:38, Updated date: 2021-10-20 12:49:29

Allview X4 Soul 64GBArchos Diamond Alpha + 128GB
Allview X4 Soul 64GBArchos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

How are the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" different? We have tested and evaluated their differences. We also explain which one may be best for you.

Allview X4 Soul 64GBArchos Diamond Alpha + 128GB
Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

General rating:

58.5/100

(The 371th of all smartphones)

68/100

(The 110th of all smartphones)

Grip
55/100
62/100
Screen quality
74/100
74/100
Performance
81/100
91/100
Storage size
84/100
90/100
Battery
90/100
94/100
Rear-camera resolution
72/100
72/100
Front-camera resolution
100/100
100/100

What is the difference between the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"? See a detailed comparison of ease of use and performance

Comparison of weight and size of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

The design of Allview X4 Soul 64GB

The "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" is 154.2mm long, 76.4mm wide, and 7.4mm thick. It weighs 167.5g.

The design of Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is 146.7mm long, 72.5mm wide, and 7.5mm thick. It weighs 155.0g.

Which is the better design to use?

"Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is easy to use with a single hand, and its size makes it easier to hold. "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is bigger than "Allview X4 Soul 64GB", which makes it easier to type on it via flick input. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" are basically equally portable and easy to handle.

The difference in weight is 12.5g. "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" weighs less than "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and is easier to handle.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Ease of holding it in one hand63/10070/100
How much it does not feel heavy to hold in one hand41/10049/100
Ease of carrying around59/10063/100

Compare the display of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

Display of the Allview X4 Soul 64GB

The "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" uses a LTPS IPS LCD liquid crystal. The resolution is 1080 x 1920, and the pixel density is 400ppi. The "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" has a 5.5inch screen size.

Display of the Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" uses a IPS LCD liquid crystal. The resolution is 1080 x 1920, and the pixel density is 423ppi. The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" has a 5.2inch screen size.

Which has a better screen?

This makes a 0.2inch difference in the display sizes. When actually viewing the two phones' onscreen displays, it is obvious that they are roughly the same size. For doing internet research using systems such as SNS, there is not much difference between the two phones. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose. The gaming screens of these two phones are roughly the same size. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

There is very little difference in the clarity of the displays of "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" when used for research, gaming, or other similar purposes. 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. "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is comparatively more suited for use with VR as it has a sleeker display. The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

How suited is the screen for usual usage?72/10070/100
How suited is the screen to play games on?73/10070/100

Compare the camera performances of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

Camera performance of Allview X4 Soul 64GB

The main camera of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" has 13.0MP. The front camera has 13.0MP.

Camera performance of Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

The main camera of the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" has 13.0MP. The front camera has 16.0MP.

Which camera performance is better?

There is very little difference in the performance (or pixel count) of "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" when shooting distant objects or Instagrammable landscapes. Also, when using the rear camera to snap close shots of photogenic sweets or meals, there is very little difference between the pixel counts of the two phones. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

There is a 3MP difference in front camera pixel number. The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"'s front camera also works terrifically well with selfie sticks and for capturing distant objects like the background scenery in your selfies. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose. There is not much difference between the pixel counts of "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" when it comes to taking close-up photographs such as selfies or profile pics with the front phone camera.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Is is suited to taking far away objects with the rear camera?72/10072/100
Is it suited for taking close objects with the built-in camera?100/100100/100

Comparison of the processing capabilities of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

The processing capability of the Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Performance is defined by the chipset, and the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" uses the Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 SoC. The CPU performance is 2.0GHz+1.0GHz×8(8.0-cores). The memory capacity is 4.0GB.

The processing capability of the Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Performance is defined by the chipset, and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" uses the Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 SoC. The CPU performance is 1.8GHz+1.4GHz×8(8.0-cores). The memory capacity is 6.0GB.

Which has the better processing capability?

As compared to the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB", the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" boasts boasts a better CPU and specs. This is a 2GB difference in memory capacity. The memory of "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is slightly larger, so "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is recommended over "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" for multitasking.

For using fundamental features such as calls, emails, messages and using SNS, I am more inclined to recommend the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB". 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 "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB". Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" 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 "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" than the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB". Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Review on the CPU capbility and memory capacity when using Social Networks or the Internet85/10092/100
Review on the CPU speed and the memory capacity while playing 3D games79/10090/100

Comparison of the battery life of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

Battery performance of Allview X4 Soul 64GB

The "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" has a battery capacity of 3000.0mAh.

Battery performance of Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" has a battery capacity of 3000.0mAh.

Which battery perfomances is better?

With a high-performance CPU, the battery drains faster, and a larger screen also uses more battery.

If you only use it to make phone calls or checking the time there is no large difference between them. For looking things up online, checking SNS, playing games occasionally or for most frequent use, it doesn't feel like there is much difference between the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB". Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

If you're playing games or watching movies for a longer amount of time, or plan on using it for long periods, the battery of the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" may be slightly better. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Review on the battery life of a phone mainly using Social Networks and the Internet90/10094/100
Review on the battery life of a phone mainly using mainly games and videos79/10085/100

Compare the storage capacity of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

The storage capacity of the Allview X4 Soul 64GB

The "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" has 64.0GB 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 Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

The "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" has 128.0GB 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.

Which has the easier storage to use?

The difference in internal memory is about 64GB. "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" 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 "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" for fulfilling their storage needs, as the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" unfortunately falls behind here. Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

When the storage added with a SD card is included, then the difference is about 64GB. Because the speed of loading from or saving to the SD card is slow, it is suited for saving pictures or videos. If you want to save long videos or save lots of photos, it does not make much difference whether you choose "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" or "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB". Both the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Review on the storage capacity when playing many games84/10090/100
Review on when you store many pictures and videos91/10092/100

Which to buy, the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" or "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"

At the end of the day which is better, the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" or "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB"?

"Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is easier for the user to hold and is more compact, and so it is recommended. If choosing based on screen size, there is hardly any difference between "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB". "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is better for users who prefer better functionality and specs. Because both have advantages and disadvantages, I think that it is best to stick to the most important points that you want to emphasize.

Allview X4 Soul 64GB

Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB

Handling55/10062/100
Display74/10074/100
CPU specs81/10091/100
General rating76/10081/100

Is it recommended to buy the Allview X4 Soul 64GB, compared with other smartphones?

Compared to other smartphones, the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" 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. In addition, its processing capability is quite excellent compared to the average smart phone. It is suitable for almost all uses, including games and VR. It may be a bit extravagant for normal use. Looking at the overall specifications, the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" is a middle-range to high-end smart phone.

Is it recommended to buy the Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB, compared with other smartphones?

Compared to other smart phones, the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" 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 capability is quite excellent compared to the average smart phone. It is suitable for almost all uses, including games and VR. It may be a bit extravagant for normal use. Looking at the overall specifications, the "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" is a high-end smart phone.

What are the spec differences between the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB" ?

A summary of the technical specifications of the "Allview X4 Soul 64GB" and "Archos Diamond Alpha + 128GB". Functions and performance variations on the same model will be highlighted in red.

Allview X4 Soul 64GBArchos Diamond Alpha + 128GB
Allview X4 Soul 64GBArchos Diamond Alpha + 128GB
ColorBlackBlack/Gold
OSAndroidAndroid
Dimensions (width x height x thickness)76.4mm x 154.2mm x 7.4mm72.5mm x 146.7mm x 7.5mm
Weight167.5g155.0g
Display size5.5inch5.2inch
Display typeLTPS IPS LCDIPS LCD
Screen resolution (width x height)1080 x 19201080 x 1920
Pixel density400ppi423ppi
Battery capacity3000.0mAh3000.0mAh
ChipsetMediatek MT6755 Helio P10Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653
CPU specs2.0GHz+1.0GHz×8(8.0-cores)1.8GHz+1.4GHz×8(8.0-cores)
RAM size4.0GB6.0GB
Storage size64.0GB128.0GB
Rear-camera resolution13.0MP13.0MP
Front-camera resolution13.0MP16.0MP

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