Overall Score
25.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6025)25.5
Performance(#6343)42.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6259)32.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Lenovo A5000 features a practical design with dimensions of 140 x 71.4 x 10 mm and a weight of 160g, available in black and white.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6582 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 1GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is adequate for selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, though it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2, it can be upgraded to 5.0.2, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device features a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- Overall, the Lenovo A5000 is a functional smartphone with essential features, suitable for users seeking simplicity.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6582 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions140 x 71.4 x 10 mm (5.51 x 2.81 x 0.39 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM/ Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity