Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4596)56.4
Performance(#4215)60.3
Camera(#3823)42.4
Display(#3739)70.5
Battery(#5298)43.5
Build(#3951)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Meizu M1 Metal
Short Review
- The Meizu M1 Metal features a sleek design with dimensions of 150.7 x 75.3 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 162g, available in multiple colors.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 chipset, featuring an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU and PowerVR G6200 GPU, paired with options of 16GB or 32GB storage and 2GB RAM.
- The rear camera is 13 MP with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 3140 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging support.
- The device runs on Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) with Flyme 5.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, enhancing audio versatility.
- The absence of water resistance and stereo speakers is a consideration for potential users.
- Overall, the Meizu M1 Metal combines solid specifications in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionAlso known as Meizu Blue Charm Metal
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionDinorex T2X-1 scratch/shock resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6795 Helio X10 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR G6200
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3140 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3140 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions150.7 x 75.3 x 8.2 mm (5.93 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)
Weight162 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Gold, Gray, Blue, Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid, 5.1.1 (Lollipop), Flyme 5.1
OS VersionAndroid, 5.1.1 (Lollipop), Flyme 5.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes