Verdict
The Lenovo K9 is a budget phone with a premium look and some good features. It features a 5.7-inch HD+ display, a 13MP dual camera setup, a 3000mAh battery, and a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset. The phone also has a sleek design with dual 2.5D glass and a USB Type-C port.
PRICE LIST | |
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Price in Pakistan | PKR 18,000 Expected |
Other Countries | $64 €61 £51 ¥469 ₹5472 ﷼243 Expected |
NETWORK | |
Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41 |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
LAUNCH | |
Announced | 2018, October |
Status | Available. Released 2018, October |
BODY | |
Dimensions | 153.8 x 72.9 x 8 mm (6.06 x 2.87 x 0.31 in) |
Weight | 155 g (5.47 oz) |
Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
SIM | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 5.7 inches, 83.8 cm2 (~74.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density) |
PLATFORM | |
OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
Chipset | Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
MEMORY | |
Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
Dual | 13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama |
Video | 1080p@30/60fps |
FRONT CAMERA | |
Single | |
Features | LED flash |
Video | 1080p@30/60fps |
SOUND | |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
3.5mm jack | Yes |
COMMS | |
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP, LE |
Positioning | GPS |
NFC | No |
Radio | FM radio, RDS, recording |
USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
FEATURES | |
Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 10W wired |
MISC | |
Colors | Black, Blue |
Models | L38043 |
Design and Display
The Lenovo K9 has a simple yet elegant design, with a glass front and back that give it a premium look and feel. The phone comes in two colors: black and blue, both of which have a glossy finish that reflects light beautifully. The phone is also quite slim and lightweight, measuring 153.8 x 72.9 x 7.95 mm and weighing 155 g. The phone’s front panel is dominated by a 5.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9. The selfie camera is located in a waterdrop notch on the display.
Performance and Storage
The Lenovo K9 is powered by a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset, which is an octa-core processor with four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 1.5 GHz. The phone has 32GB of internal storage and 3GB of RAM, and a microSD card allows for storage expansion to 256 GB. The phone also tends to heat up when under load. The software of the phone is one of its strong points. The phone has Lenovo’s ZUI 5.0 skin on top of Android 8.1 Oreo.
Camera System
The Lenovo K9 has a dual camera setup consisting of two cameras on the front and two cameras on the back. The rear cameras are a 13MP main camera with an f/2.2 aperture and phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), and a 5MP depth camera with an f/2.4 aperture for portrait mode. The front cameras are also a 13MP main camera with an f/2.2 aperture and PDAF, and a 5MP depth camera with an f/2.4 aperture for selfie portraits. The selfie cameras are also impressive as they capture clear and natural selfies in good lighting conditions.
Battery and Connectivity
The Lenovo K9’s battery life is another advantage. The phone’s 3000mAh battery allows for moderate use for a whole day or more. Additionally, the phone supports 10W rapid charging, and a 10W charger is included in the box. Connectivity options are plentiful, including dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi with the latest standards, Bluetooth 4.1, and the convenience of a USB Type-C port. The inclusion of a 3.5mm audio jack is a thoughtful touch for those who prefer wired audio options.
Here is an overview of the pricing information for the Lenovo K9 in Pakistan:
Please note that pricing details are subject to change and may vary depending on the retailer or provider. It is always advisable to confirm the price before making a purchase.