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Lenovo S820#5848

Released: 2013

Lenovo S820

Overall Score

54.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5848)54.6
Performance(#9754)54.3
Camera(#4929)42.4
Display(#5269)70.5
Battery(#9376)43.5
Build(#7655)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Lenovo S820

Short Review

  • The Lenovo S820 features a compact design with dimensions of 139.5 x 69.7 x 9 mm and a weight of 143 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 4.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 312 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6589 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 4GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks and applications.
  • The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of capturing decent photos, while a 2 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The 2000 mAh battery supports standard usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is relatively dated compared to newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in colors such as Flamingo Red, Charcoal Black, and Pearl White.
  • Notably, it lacks features like HDR support and stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the Lenovo S820 offers basic functionality and design for users seeking a straightforward smartphone experience.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
Memory4GB 1GB RAM, 8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions139.5 x 69.7 x 9 mm (5.49 x 2.74 x 0.35 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsFlamingo red, Charcoal Black, Pearl White
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual band
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes