Lenovo S560
$60
Overview
Lenovo S560 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 4-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek MT6739 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2000 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lenovo S560
The display of Lenovo S560 measures 4 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo S560 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.
The battery of Lenovo S560 has 2000mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo S560 is powered by the MediaTek MT6739 chipset with PowerVR GE8100 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 400 single-core and 1200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 37600.
The connectivity of Lenovo S560 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Lenovo S560 weighs 240g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 125 x 63 x 12.3 mm.
The software of Lenovo S560 runs Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with Lenovo UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo S560
Lenovo S560 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lenovo S560 with MediaTek MT6739 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lenovo S560 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lenovo S560 has a 2000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lenovo S560 at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lenovo S560 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lenovo S560 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lenovo S560 has a 4-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Lenovo S560 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
4"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
MediaTek MT6739
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 - SIM 1 only |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 40(2300) |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2012 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 125 x 63 x 12.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 240 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, Rugged Smartphone |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Deep Blue"] |
| 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 | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Z-axis linear motor |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 294 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 57 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 125 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6739 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A53 1.5 GHz |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8100 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic image processing |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 400 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 37600 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | 5.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 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 | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Lenovo UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | App permissions, Privacy mode |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification, Color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | 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!