Lenovo P780
$70
Overview
Lenovo P780 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio G37 chipset, 8 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lenovo P780
The display of Lenovo P780 measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo P780 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p@30fps.
The battery of Lenovo P780 has 4000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo P780 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G37 chipset with PowerVR GE832 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 135000.
The memory of Lenovo P780 offers 1GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Lenovo P780 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot.
The build of Lenovo P780 weighs 205g with Plastic frame and matte-plastic back. Dimensions measure 143 x 73 x 10 mm.
The software of Lenovo P780 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Lenovo UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo P780
Lenovo P780 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Lenovo P780 with MediaTek Helio G37 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Lenovo P780 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lenovo P780 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Lenovo P780 at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lenovo P780 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Lenovo P780 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Lenovo P780 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
MediaTek Helio G37
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | N/A |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | N/A |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143 x 73 x 10 mm |
| Weight (g) | 205 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | matte-plastic |
| Colors | ["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 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:41 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 263 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| 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 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G37 |
| CPU | 8x2.3GHz Cortex A53 |
| GPU | PowerVR GE832 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 135000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | N/A |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | N/A |
| Bluetooth | N/A |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | N/A |
| Dual-Band GNSS | N/A |
| FM Radio | N/A |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity | N/A |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Lenovo UI |
| 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!