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Meizu MX5e#4387

Released: 2016

Meizu MX5e

Overall Score

34.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4387)34.0
Performance(#4535)57.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1903)80.2
Battery(#4389)25.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3407)55.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Meizu MX5e features a sleek design with dimensions of 149.9 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 149g, available in gray, gold, silver, and black/silver.
  • Its 5.5-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by the Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 chipset, featuring an octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
  • Battery life is supported by a 3150 mAh capacity, with 24W fast charging available.
  • The device runs on Android 5.1 (Lollipop) with Flyme 5, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
  • The absence of wireless charging and stereo speakers is notable, yet it retains a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Meizu MX5e combines solid specifications with a stylish build.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as Meizu MX5e Lite

Display

Size5.5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6795 Helio X10 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR G6200
Memory16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3150 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3150 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details24W wired, 60% in 40 min
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions149.9 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm (5.90 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight149 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsGray, Gold, Silver, Black/Silver
Foldable
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), Flyme 5
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass