Lenovo K5 Note
$120
Overview
Lenovo K5 Note is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) chipset, 13 main camera, and 3500 mAh battery.
Priced at $120, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lenovo K5 Note
The display of Lenovo K5 Note measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo K5 Note features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lenovo K5 Note has 3500mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo K5 Note is powered by the Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) chipset with Mali-T860MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 45000.
The memory of Lenovo K5 Note offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Lenovo K5 Note includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Lenovo K5 Note weighs 165.0g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 152 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm.
The software of Lenovo K5 Note runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop) with Vibe UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo K5 Note
Lenovo K5 Note has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lenovo K5 Note with Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lenovo K5 Note receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lenovo K5 Note has a 3500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lenovo K5 Note at $120 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lenovo K5 Note supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lenovo K5 Note is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lenovo K5 Note has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Lenovo K5 Note delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 152 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 165.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Silver", "Gold", "Gray"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | passive-cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | basic-vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 72.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T860MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | basic-camera-processing |
| Modem | mt6755-integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 45000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk-encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06 |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l8 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | led-dual-tone |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264, h265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | eis-1-axis |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2d-biometrics |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | standard-audio |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | basic-charging-control |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Vibe UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | standard-android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!