Archos Diamond Alpha The Archos Diamond Alpha is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (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 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
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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 2,950 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, June. Released 2017, July
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (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
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,950 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2950 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.
