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NIU Andy C5.5E2I#6178

Released: 2016

NIU Andy C5.5E2I

Overall Score

24.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6178)24.9
Performance(#7049)38.7
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6629)30.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The NIU Andy C5.5E2I features a plastic build with dimensions of 154.5 x 79 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 128g, making it relatively lightweight and easy to handle.
  • It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6582M chipset, a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 4GB of RAM, which allows for basic multitasking and app usage.
  • The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, while the front-facing 1.3 MP camera is suitable for simple selfies.
  • The 3000 mAh battery offers moderate longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 4.4 (KitKat), the software experience may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in blue and gun metal colors, adding some aesthetic variety.
  • It does not feature stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the NIU Andy C5.5E2I is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for everyday tasks.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6582M (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions154.5 x 79 x 9.2 mm (6.08 x 3.11 x 0.36 in)
Weight128 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlue, Gun Metal
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity