Lenovo may not be able to compete with the big
boys but it does cater to those who can’t fork out
almost half a month’s wage for a new smartphone.
At Mobile World Congress Lenovo announced two new
handsets; the Vibe K5 and Vibe K5 Plus. Octa-core
processors are present in both, the K5 has a Snapdragon
415 (low-range) and the K5 Plus a Snapdragon 616
(mid-range). Lenovo are confusing some with the naming
scheme, just to clarify the K5 Plus does not have a bigger
screen, both will sport an IPS 5-inch display.
There really isn’t anything else to separate the two
Lenovo devices, apart from their names. 2GB of RAM
will accompany the octa-core processors and 16GB of
internal memory (expandable via micro SD up to 32GB).
13-megapixels will be on the snappers and the front facing
has 5-megapixels. 2,750 mAh replaceable battery in tow.
A UK release has not been confirmed, we can see Lenovo
intending to cater to emerging markets India and China.
Catering to such markets has brought Lenovo up to being
the fourth largest manufacturers in the world. The Vibe K5
will retail for $129 and the Vibe K5 Plus will go for $149.