Lenovo S5: The Affordable Mid-Range Smartphone

The Lenovo S5, released in March 2018, is a mid – range smartphone with a full – metal body, Snapdragon 625 chipset, dual rear cameras, and an 18:9 FHD+ display, designed for users pursuing a balance of performance, photography, and cost – effectiveness. Below are its detailed English specifications:

1. General Information

Launch Date: Announced March 20, 2018; released March 23, 2018
Model Numbers: PABX0000CN, PABX0001CN
OS: Android 8.0 Oreo, ZUI 3.7 (upgradable to ZUI 4.0); no official Android version beyond Oreo
Core Purpose: Mid – range smartphone for daily use, dual – camera photography, and hybrid dual – SIM connectivity

2. Display

Type: 5.7 – inch IPS LCD, 18:9 aspect ratio, ~424 ppi, 16.7M colors, 60Hz refresh rate, 10 – point multi – touch
Resolution: 2160 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), ~74.1% screen – to – body ratio
Features: Brightness adjustment, sunlight readability, color calibration options

3. Performance & Memory

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 (MSM8953, 14nm), octa – core 2.0 GHz Cortex – A53, ideal for daily multitasking and casual gaming
GPU: Adreno 506, supporting 4K video playback and smooth 3D gaming
RAM: 3GB/4GB LPDDR4X, ensuring seamless app switching and multitasking
Storage: 32GB/64GB/128GB eMMC 5.1; microSDXC (up to 256GB, hybrid SIM slot)
Software Features: ZUI 3.7 with “Process Freeze” for optimized background management and battery efficiency

4. Camera

Rear Dual Camera: 13MP (f/2.2, 27mm wide, 1/3.06″, 1.12μm, PDAF)+13MP (f/2.2, depth sensor), dual – LED dual – tone flash, panorama, HDR; video: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Front Camera: 16MP (f/2.2, 26mm wide, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm), fixed focus; video: 1080p@30fps, HDR, portrait mode

5. Connectivity

Network: GSM/HSPA/LTE (4G); LTE Cat 7 (300 Mbps download, 150 Mbps upload)
WLAN: Wi – Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual – band), Wi – Fi Direct, Wi – Fi hotspot
Bluetooth: 4.2 with A2DP, LE for wireless audio streaming
Ports: USB Type – C 2.0 (data/charging, USB – OTG); 3.5mm audio jack
Navigation: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou with A – GPS for accurate positioning
Other: FM radio, no NFC; hybrid dual – Nano – SIM (dual – standby)

6. Battery & Power

Type: Non – removable 3000 mAh Li – Po battery
Charging: 10W wired charging (5V/2A), no fast charging
Battery Life: Up to 18h talk time, ~250h standby (typical); sufficient for daily use

7. Design & Physical Specs

Dimensions: 154 x 73.5 x 7.8 mm (6.06 x 2.90 x 0.31 in)
Weight: 155g (5.47 oz) with battery
Build: 6000 – series aluminum frame, metal back, glossy front glass, non – IP rated
Colors: Black, Gold, Blue

8. Software & Features

UI: ZUI 3.7 (based on Android 8.0), with app drawer, customization, and Google Mobile Services
Security: Rear – mounted fingerprint sensor (capacitive), 2D face unlock, device encryption
Multimedia: 32 – bit/192kHz audio, MP3/AAC/FLAC support, FM radio