Meizu M5
$120
Overview
Meizu M5 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (SM4450) chipset, 13 main camera, and 3070 mAh battery.
Priced at $120, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Meizu M5
The display of Meizu M5 measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Meizu M5 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Meizu M5 has 3070mAh capacity with 33 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Meizu M5 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (SM4450) chipset with Qualcomm Adreno GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 456552.
The memory of Meizu M5 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.2.
The connectivity of Meizu M5 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Meizu M5 weighs 203g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP54. Dimensions measure 147.3 x 72.8 x 8.2 mm.
The software of Meizu M5 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6.3. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meizu M5
Meizu M5 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Meizu M5 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (SM4450) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Meizu M5 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Meizu M5 has IP54 protection against dust and water.
Meizu M5 has a 3070mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Meizu M5 at $120 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Meizu M5 supports 33 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Meizu M5 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Meizu M5 has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Meizu M5 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
5.2"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (SM4450)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / 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 | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 147.3 x 72.8 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 203 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Mint Green", "Glacier White", "Champanage Gold", "Sapphire Blue", "Matte Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| 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 6.0 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6.3 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (SM4450) |
| CPU | 2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 + 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X6 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 456552 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.2 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | ISOCELL |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | N/A |
| 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 | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen 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, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Basic DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3070 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 33 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge |
| 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 | |
| Battery Health Features | 800 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Flyme 6.3 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool, user manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | 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!