Overall Score
58.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3333)58.7
Performance(#3413)62.5
Camera(#1970)45.5
Display(#5258)70.5
Battery(#9369)43.5
Build(#562)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Lenovo Z5
Short Review
- The Lenovo Z5 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 153 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm and weighing 165 grams.
- It sports a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2246 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 402 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and Adreno 509 GPU, paired with options of 64GB or 128GB storage and 6GB RAM.
- The rear camera setup includes a 16 MP primary sensor and an 8 MP secondary sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3300 mAh, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with ZUI 3.9, the software experience is straightforward, though it may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Black, Aurora, and Blue colors.
- Overall, the Lenovo Z5 offers a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities for its time.
- However, it lacks some modern features like HDR display and wireless charging.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2246 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 509
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF8 MP
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm (6.02 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Aurora, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), ZUI 3.9
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), ZUI 3.9
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes