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Lenovo A616#5493

Released: 2015

Lenovo A616

Overall Score

27.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5493)27.6
Performance(#6423)42.4
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#5893)20.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5678)39.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Lenovo A616

Short Review

  • The Lenovo A616 features a straightforward design with dimensions of 149.9 x 77.1 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 174g, available in black and white colors.
  • Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 178 ppi, which may not provide sharp visuals.
  • Powered by a Mediatek MT6732M chipset and a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, the performance is adequate for basic tasks, supported by 4GB of RAM.
  • The Mali-T760MP2 GPU handles light gaming and multimedia with moderate efficiency.
  • The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera, limiting selfie capabilities.
  • The 2250mAh battery offers basic longevity but does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 4.4 (KitKat), the software experience may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The device does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Lenovo A616 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for casual users.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~178 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6732M (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T760MP2
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2250 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2250 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions149.9 x 77.1 x 9.2 mm (5.90 x 3.04 x 0.36 in)
Weight174 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity