Meizu M5c
$70
Overview
Meizu M5c is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc Tiger T610 chipset, 8 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Meizu M5c
The display of Meizu M5c measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Meizu M5c features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Meizu M5c has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Meizu M5c is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T610 chipset with ARM Mali-G52 MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 169746.
The memory of Meizu M5c offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Meizu M5c includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Meizu M5c weighs 200g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 144 x 70.5 x 8.3 mm.
The software of Meizu M5c runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meizu M5c
Meizu M5c has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Meizu M5c with Unisoc Tiger T610 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Meizu M5c receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Meizu M5c supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Meizu M5c has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Meizu M5c at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Meizu M5c supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Meizu M5c is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Meizu M5c has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Meizu M5c 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"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Unisoc Tiger T610
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 | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144 x 70.5 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 200 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue", "Red", "Gold", "Pink"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 268 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T610 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 2x1.8 GHz Cortex A75 + 6x1.8 GHz Cortex A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G52 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 169746 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Main |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 0.3 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 0.2 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | Standard |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-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) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | USB-C |
| 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 | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| 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!