Lenovo Z5s
$180
Overview
Lenovo Z5s is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.3-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 710 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3300 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lenovo Z5s
The display of Lenovo Z5s measures 6.3 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo Z5s features 3 rear cameras: 16 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Lenovo Z5s has 3300mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo Z5s is powered by the Snapdragon 710 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 616 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1800 single-core and 5900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 207834.
The memory of Lenovo Z5s offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM.
The connectivity of Lenovo Z5s includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of Lenovo Z5s weighs 172g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 156.7 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm.
The software of Lenovo Z5s runs Android 9.0 (Pie), ZUI 10 with ZUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo Z5s
Lenovo Z5s has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Lenovo Z5s handles gaming well with its Snapdragon 710. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Lenovo Z5s receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Lenovo Z5s 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 Z5s has a 3300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Lenovo Z5s at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lenovo Z5s supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Lenovo Z5s is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lenovo Z5s has a 6.3-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Lenovo Z5s 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
6.3"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 710
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 | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $279 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 156.7 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 172 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, P2i Nano coating |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Starry Night Grey", "Love Orange", "Titanium Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.3 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 409 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ZUI 10 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 710 |
| CPU | 2x Kryo 360 2.2 GHz + 6x Kryo 360 1.7 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 616 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Modem | Snapdragon X15 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1800 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 207834 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5K3P9 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@240fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@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, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Built-in DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3300 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 15W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ZUI 10 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ZUI |
| 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, SIM tool, case |
| 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!