Overall Score
42.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3297)42.2
Performance(#3809)64.4
Camera(#4749)38.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#1072)77.8
Connectivity(#3447)54.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Lenovo S5
Short Review
- The Lenovo S5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 154 x 73.5 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 155g, constructed with a glass front and aluminum back.
- Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 424 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset and an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU, the phone provides reliable performance with options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a dual 13 MP rear setup with PDAF and a 16 MP front camera, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 3000 mAh battery supports daily usage but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 8.0 (Oreo) with ZUI 3.7, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C 2.0.
- It does not support 5G or NFC, and stereo speakers are absent.
- The phone is available in Midnight Black and Flame Red colors.
- Overall, the Lenovo S5 combines decent specifications in a compact and attractive design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF13 MP B/W
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions154 x 73.5 x 7.8 mm (6.06 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsMidnight Black, Flame Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/100 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 3.7
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass