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Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X) vs Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)

Side by side comparison between Alcatel One Touch Fire vs Xiaomi Black Shark 3S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Black Shark 3S X Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X) 04Points
Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Removable)

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36Points Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB) Compare Alcatel One Touch Fire X
Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
6.67"
AMOLED

1080x2400

64
MP

20mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4729
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

One Touch Fire (4012X)} 4 Advantages Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X) vs Black Shark 3S (128GB)} 36 Advantages Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards		vsNot supported
+108 grams (3.78 ounces)106%
Lighter		vs222 grams (7.77 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general		vsNot supported
1GHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)vs+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)4 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB LPDDRvs+12GB LPDDR547 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
512MB (160MB available)vs+128GB (108GB available)690 times
More internal storage for applications and files
12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches)vs+10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)17%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
60Hzvs+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x480 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels16 times
Higher resolution screen
165 PPIvs+395 PPI139%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.5"vs+6.67"91%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(triple camera) 64MP + 13MP + 5MP25 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 20MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
1000 apps (Firefox Marketplace)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times
More apps available to download and use
3G HSUPAvs+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbpsvs+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps277 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1400 mAhvs+4729 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Magnetic charging (dock)Advantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)		vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Mono sound (not stereo)vs+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
3.0vs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
12 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
EIS: Digital stabilization
Capacitive
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
+5 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
ModelOne Touch Fire (4012X)Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Other model namesAlcatel Firefox OT-4012Xๅฐ็ฑณ Black Shark 3S 5G (128GB + 12GB RAM)
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandAlcatelXiaomi
Release date6/1/2013, Announced: 2/1/20138/4/2020, Announced: 7/31/2020
Depth12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches)10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)
Size (width x height)62.3 x 115 millimeters (2.45 x 4.53 in)77.33 x 168.72 millimeters (3.04 x 6.64 in)
Weight108 grams (3.78 ounces)222 grams (7.77 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Display typeTFT LCDAMOLED
Screen size3.5" inches6.67" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~82.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels (3:2)1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)165 PPI395 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Display featuresNot supported500nits[typ]
HDR10+
Always-On Display

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
System versionFirefox OS 1.0Android 10
Firmware updateFirefox OS 1.1Android 11
User Interfacefeature not registeredJOYUI 12

โš™๏ธ Processor

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 (MSM7227A) (45nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)		Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 200 (245MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 618083 (v8)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
RAM memory256MB LPDDR12GB LPDDR5
Internal storage512MB (160MB available)128GB (108GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)		Not supported

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2/5.76 Mbps2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA (41, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels(triple camera)
64 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.3120ยฐ
5MP depth f/2.2
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)VGA (640x480) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.72" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8ยตm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@240fps
720p@1920fps

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported20 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported5184x3840 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.9ยตm pixel

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Stereo sound
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFM (RDS)Not supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, AAC+, OGGMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth3.05.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot		802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
TLi014A1		LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1400 mAh4729 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging65W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 4
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedMagnetic charging (dock)
Talk time autonomy3 hoursfeature not registered
Standby220 hours (9.2 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Orange, Green, White
โ€ข Firefox browser		โ€ข Colors: Sky Cloud Black, Crystal Blue
โ€ข Liquid Cooling System
โ€ข Physical pop-up gaming triggers

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Alcatel Fire (4012X)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)1.16W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)feature not registered
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