Overall Score
28.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#5183)28.9
Performance(#5286)51.8
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5788)20.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5307)42.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Lenovo K3
Short Review
- The Lenovo K3 features a lightweight design with dimensions of 141 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm and weighs 128 grams, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and app usage.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of capturing satisfactory images, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The 2300 mAh battery provides moderate endurance, but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software experience is dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in a bright yellow color, adding a vibrant touch to its design.
- Overall, the Lenovo K3 is a basic smartphone that covers essential features without any standout capabilities.
- Its build quality and performance are adequate for everyday tasks.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Lenovo Lemon K30-T
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions141 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm (5.55 x 2.78 x 0.31 in)
Weight128 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsYellow
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / LTE
Network SpeedTD-SCDMA, TD-LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass