Allview announced the launch of the A8 Lite smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the Allview A8 Lite phone with 5 inches display, Mediatek MT6580 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The Allview A8 Lite comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery. The 5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (480 x 854 px).
Allview A8 Lite specifications
| Brand | Allview |
|---|---|
| Name | A8 Lite |
| Model | A8LITE |
| Release date | 2017 |
Body
The weight of Allview A8 Lite is about 4.94 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Allview phone are average (5.71 x 2.85 x 0.38 inches).
| Weight | 4.94 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.71 x 2.85 x 0.38 inches |
| Colors | blue |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
System
The Allview A8 Lite comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.
| OS version | Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT6580 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 MP2 |
| Performance | AnTuTu v9: 31966 |
Display
The size of A8 Lite screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5 inches IPS display of Allview A8 Lite with 480 x 854 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Allview A8 Lite (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 1 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 8 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the A8 Lite has no autofocus capability (fixed-focus). An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | VGA |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 5 MP, 2592 x 1944 px |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Allview A8 Lite supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The A8 Lite phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of A8 Lite is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.
| Type | Li-Ion 2000 mAh |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Allview phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Allview A8 Lite phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Allview A8 Lite, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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