Lenovo A8
#4600
Plum Optimax 8.0
#6026Category Breakdown
Lenovo A8
Plum Optimax 8.0
Performance
43.641.7
Camera
39.615.4
Display
57.757.7
Battery
29.526.4
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
28.533.5
Audio
86.68.9
Overall
32.325.5
Summary
- The Lenovo A8 and Plum Optimax 8.0 both feature an 8.0-inch IPS LCD display with identical resolutions and pixel densities, providing similar visual experiences.
- In terms of performance, both devices utilize quad-core processors with 8GB of RAM, but the Lenovo A8 has a slightly older Mediatek MT8382 chipset compared to the MT6580 in the Plum.
- Both cameras offer 5 MP rear and 2 MP front sensors, but the Plum can record video at 720p@30fps, while the Lenovo's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The Lenovo A8 has a larger 4200 mAh battery, whereas the Plum Optimax is equipped with a 3400 mAh battery, potentially affecting longevity.
- Software-wise, the Lenovo runs on Android 4.2.2, while the Plum offers a more recent Android 5.1, which may provide a better user experience.
- Build quality shows the Lenovo being slightly heavier and larger than the Plum, which is more compact and lighter.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Lenovo A8
Plum Optimax 8.0
General
Release Date
2014
2016
Announced
2014
2016
Description
Versions:Lenovo A5500-F - Wi-Fi only (Mediatek MT8121)Lenovo A5500-H - Wi-Fi + 3G (Data only)Lenovo A5500-HV - Wi-Fi + 3G (Voice)
Also Known as Plum Z710
Display
Size
8"
8"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
PPI
800
800
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400MP2
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
HDR, panorama
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4200 mAh
3400 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 4200 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 3400 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
217 x 136 x 8.9 mm (8.54 x 5.35 x 0.35 in)
210.6 x 121.7 x 8.7 mm (8.29 x 4.79 x 0.34 in)
Weight
360 g
305 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Yellow, Red
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM - cellular model only
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA - cellular model only
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
USB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS - cellular model only
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers (3G models only)
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity