Lenovo K5 play
$100
Overview
Lenovo K5 play is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.7-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 430 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $100, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lenovo K5 play
The display of Lenovo K5 play measures 5.7 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1440 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo K5 play features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Lenovo K5 play has 3000mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo K5 play is powered by the Snapdragon 430 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 505 600MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 45537.
The memory of Lenovo K5 play offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Lenovo K5 play includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Lenovo K5 play weighs 155g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 153.8 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm.
The software of Lenovo K5 play runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 3.7 with ZUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo K5 play
Lenovo K5 play has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lenovo K5 play with Snapdragon 430 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lenovo K5 play receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lenovo K5 play has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lenovo K5 play at $100 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lenovo K5 play supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Lenovo K5 play is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lenovo K5 play has a 5.7-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Lenovo K5 play 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
5.7"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 430
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / 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 | 2018 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $84.69 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 153.8 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 155 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Silver", "Black"] |
| 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 |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.7 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1440 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 282 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Scratch Resistant Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2.5D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 3.7 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 430 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex • A53 1.4GHz + 4x Cortex • A53 1.1GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 505 600MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X6 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 45537 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | ## Lenovo K5 Play Key Highlights |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p |
| 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 |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| 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-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 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 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 3.7 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| 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!