Lenovo Legion Duel
$550
Overview
Lenovo Legion Duel is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.65-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 865 chipset, 64 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.
Priced at $550, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Lenovo Legion Duel
The display of Lenovo Legion Duel measures 6.65 inches with AMOLED technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo Legion Duel features 2 rear cameras: 64 main, 16MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Lenovo Legion Duel has 5000mAh capacity with 65 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 90.0. A full charge takes approximately 40 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo Legion Duel is powered by the Snapdragon 865 chipset with Adreno 650 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 900 single-core and 3200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 650000.
The memory of Lenovo Legion Duel offers 16GB RAM with 256GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5 technology. Storage is 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Lenovo Legion Duel includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Lenovo Legion Duel weighs 239.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 169.2 x 78.5 x 9.9 mm.
The software of Lenovo Legion Duel runs Android 10, Legion OS/ ZUI12 with Legion OS/ZUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo Legion Duel
Yes, Lenovo Legion Duel is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Lenovo Legion Duel is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 865 chipset and 144Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Lenovo Legion Duel receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Lenovo Legion Duel supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Lenovo Legion Duel has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Lenovo Legion Duel at $550 is a premium mid-range device offering 5000mAh battery, Snapdragon 865. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Lenovo Legion Duel supports 65 wired charging with full charge in approximately 40 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 90.0.
Lenovo Legion Duel is available in 256GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lenovo Legion Duel has a 6.65-inch AMOLED with 144Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
Lenovo Legion Duel in Category Rankings
See how Lenovo Legion Duel ranks in these categories:
Best Battery Phones
Equipped with 5000mAh battery
Fast Charging Phones
Supports 65 fast charging
Best Gaming Phones
Powered by Snapdragon 865
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Premium Mid-Range Phones
Premium value at $550
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 90.0 wireless charging
Phones Under $1000
Priced at $550
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The Lenovo Legion Duel delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display, all-day battery endurance. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
6.65"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Snapdragon 865
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 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 | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $899 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 169.2 x 78.5 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 239.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Vengeance Red", "Blazing 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 | Vapor Chamber |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.65 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 388 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Legion OS/ ZUI12 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 865 |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.09 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 650 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 15 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 480 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X55 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 900 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 650000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 16GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 256GB |
| Storage Type | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.72" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung ISOCELL Bright GW1 |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 16MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Dual DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 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) | 5000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 65 |
| Wired Standard | 65 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 10 min |
| Full Charge Time | 40 min |
| Wireless Charging | 90.0 |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Legion OS/ ZUI12 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Legion OS/ZUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, case, 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!
Lenovo Legion Duel Review: A Flagship Worth Considering
Our comprehensive review of the Lenovo Legion Duel covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. This flagship delivers on its promises.
- + Excellent AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate
- + Powerful Snapdragon 865 chipset for smooth performance
- - Limited water resistance
- - No expandable storage