Overall Score
30.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4921)30.3
Performance(#4331)60.0
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4705)46.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
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
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, f/2.0, AF5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.8 x 72.7 x 7.8 mm (6.06 x 2.86 x 0.31 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Gray, Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), ZUI Lite 3.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass