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Lenovo Vibe K5#3686

Released: 2016, June 13

Lenovo Vibe K5

Overall Score

39.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3686)39.2
Performance(#4671)56.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5220)22.8
Build(#1396)75.6
Connectivity(#4976)45.2
Audio(#115)87.6

Comparisons Featuring Lenovo Vibe K5

Short Review

  • The Lenovo Vibe K5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 142 x 71 x 8 mm and a weight of 142g, combining a glass front with an aluminum/plastic back and frame.
  • 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 the Qualcomm Snapdragon 415 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and 2GB of RAM, allowing for smooth multitasking and app usage.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The battery capacity is 2750 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
  • Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the software experience is basic but functional.
  • The device includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio output and retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, though it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
  • Available colors include Champagne Gold and Platinum Silver.
  • Overall, the Lenovo Vibe K5 offers a balanced set of features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016, June 13
Announced2016, February 21
DescriptionAlso known as Lenovo A6020a40

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8929 Snapdragon 415 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.8
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2750 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2750 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions142 x 71 x 8 mm (5.59 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight142 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsChampagne Gold, Platinum Silver
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity