Archos Diamond Alpha + The Archos Diamond Alpha + is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.2" · 146.7 x 72.5 x 7.5 mm (5.78 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm)
RAM 6GB
Storage 128GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 424 PPI screen
✓ 5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 155g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, August. Released 2017, October
Also Known As
For Europe. Also known as Archos Diamond Alpha Plus
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
155g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.7 x 72.5 x 7.5 mm (5.78 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + support 5G?› No, the Archos Diamond Alpha + does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + have NFC?› No, the Archos Diamond Alpha + does not have NFC.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + have expandable storage?› Yes, the Archos Diamond Alpha + supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + support dual SIM?› The Archos Diamond Alpha + SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Archos Diamond Alpha + has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Archos Diamond Alpha + ship with?› The Archos Diamond Alpha + ships with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow).
What type of USB port does the Archos Diamond Alpha + use?› The Archos Diamond Alpha + uses USB Type-C, OTG.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + support Wi-Fi 7?› The Archos Diamond Alpha + supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Archos Diamond Alpha + support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Archos Diamond Alpha + has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
