Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4693)56.4
Performance(#4667)60.3
Camera(#4473)42.4
Display(#5247)70.5
Battery(#9360)43.5
Build(#7638)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Lenovo K5
Short Review
- The Lenovo K5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 153.8 x 72.7 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 160g, available in Black, Gray, and Blue.
- Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 282 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6750V/CB chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, allowing for satisfactory multitasking and app usage.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of capturing 720p video, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 3000mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities, which may limit convenience.
- Running on Android 7.1 (Nougat) with ZUI Lite 3.1, the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is equipped with a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Lenovo K5 presents a balanced mix of features for everyday use.
- However, it may not meet the demands of users seeking high-end specifications or advanced photography capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6750V/CB
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, AF5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153.8 x 72.7 x 7.8 mm (6.06 x 2.86 x 0.31 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gray, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), ZUI Lite 3.1
OS VersionAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), ZUI Lite 3.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes