Lenovo K10 note smartphone - advantages and disadvantages

On September 6, 2019, Lenovo announced its new creation - the K10 Note. The smartphone is equipped with a powerful processor, triple camera and modern design with a drop-shaped front lens. All the details regarding the parameters of the device are below in the article.

Brief information

The Chinese company Lenovo has been manufacturing home appliances and electronics for a long time, but in recent years, the manufacturer's IT technologies have not been in great demand. Perhaps the fault is a worn-out appearance or a weak filling. Due to the fall in product sales, the main focus was on the production of budget versions of mobile equipment. A striking representative of this category is the “K Note” series. Each released model of the line is characterized by low cost, rather powerful hardware, a capacious battery and a nice design. As for the Lenovo K10 Note, this is a new model that brings a wide range of features to the series.

Specifications

Design and ergonomics

The body of the smartphone is made of aluminum alloy and glass inserts, thanks to which the device has a stylish appearance and rather light weight. The weight of the product is 164 grams, and the dimensions of the structure are 156.6 x 74.3 x 7.9 mm. The device will be produced in several colors: midnight black and space blue.

Controls, connectors and slots are in their usual places. The top face is equipped with a notification indicator, a 3.5 mm jack and an earpiece. The lower part contains two main speakers and a USB Type C port. On the left side there is a multimedia Music Key button, as well as a hybrid slot for two NanoSim and a memory card up to 256 GB. On the right - the volume rocker and the "Power" key. The case has slightly rounded corners, which makes the device comfortable to hold in hand or pocket despite its size. The back cover houses a triple main camera module and a fingerprint scanner, which has a lightning-fast response. Below is the company's logo. The front surface is covered with a 6.3-inch display, in the upper part of which there is a drop-shaped cutout for the front camera. The lower edge of the screen is equipped with touch control keys. It is worth emphasizing the solidity of the back of the case and the non-removable battery.

Equipment

Starting with the K Note branch, the manufacturer decided to change the approach to devices and bring some pleasant bonuses to customers. Firstly, a stylish box with a waterproof coating and all the necessary parameters about a smartphone has been made. Secondly, in addition to standard items, the package includes a protective silicone case with special inserts. The rest of the kit includes:

• original charging adapter;
• USB cable;
• A clip for removing SIM-cards and SD-drive;
• Warranty card;
• Multilingual instructions for use.

The appearance of the cardboard box is remarkable, which is emphasized by bright, rich colors.

Display

The K10 Note has a large 6.3-inch display. Among modern smartphones in 2019, this indicator is considered the norm, since it provides a sufficiently large space for work, while maintaining acceptable dimensions of the structure itself. The screen has one of the best matrices in recent years - IPS. The screen resolution is 2340x1080 pixels, and the pixel density is 409 ppi. Considering the price category of the device, one can only emphasize the elegance of such a display. The matrix provides wide viewing angles, while the image is bright and saturated, the screen adheres to natural colors.

The protective element in the display is durable Corning Gorilla Glass, which provides a number of possibilities:

1. Stylish design. The screen has a more voluminous appearance due to the presence of glass.
2. Ergonomics. The protective glass has rounded edges.
3. High degree of protection. Glass perfectly protects the smartphone from accidental drops and bumps.

It is worth noting that the display occupies 90% of the entire front surface, there are thin frames along the edges, and the eyebrow and chin are practically absent.

Iron and performance

The core of the device is a high-performance Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset, built on a 10nm technological process. The system is 64-bit, and the chip is based on the following processors:

• 2-core Kryo Gold 360 processor with a clock frequency of 2.2 GHz;
• 2-core Kryo Gold 360 processor with a clock speed of 2 GHz;
• 6-core processor Kryo Silver 360 with a frequency of 1.7 GHz.

The phone performs well in various benchmarks thanks to this architecture. At the moment, this chipset is considered one of the most popular among the budget category.

In addition to a productive core, the model is equipped with an intelligent charge distribution function, which reduces battery consumption and extends battery life.

The graphics processor Adreno 616, which has a good reputation among fans of gaming applications, is responsible for the quality of the visual range. Considering the price indicator of the gadget, we can say that the filling really exceeds expectations, since the device is suitable for working with graphic editors, and for watching 4K video and for passing demanding games. An excellent combination of GPU / provides impressive processing speed.

Several configurations of the smartphone will go on sale. The basic version will have 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory, and the advanced model will have 6/128 GB on board. If the user thinks that the available storage is very limited in volume, then you can use a 256 GB microSD.

operating system

The operating system is Android 9.0 Pie with a pre-installed shell from the manufacturer ZUI 11. Little is known about the advanced capabilities of the OS, so we can only hope for the standard Google assistant.

Autonomous work

One of the advantages of a budget smartphone is the 4050 mAh battery. Lenovo does not often release batteries with high power reserves, as most models do not consume much power due to low system parameters. In this case, the built-in battery will be able to provide a full two-day operation of the phone, taking into account the included Wi-Fi module, maximum brightness and regular daily tasks.According to the manufacturers, the smartphone is able to work autonomously for 2 weeks in standby mode, and with a continuous conversation with the interlocutor, the energy will last for a day.

The main advantage and disadvantage of such a battery is its non-removability. In case of failure, it will be problematic to replace the damaged battery. But this design is more durable and solid. The advantages of an energy element include the following factors:

1. The non-removable battery extends the lifespan of the smartphone and also eliminates the negative impact of the environment on the functioning of the system.
2. An increased level of structural reliability is provided.
3. The non-removable case has reliable protection against dust and moisture.

The system of the device provides a function of automatic transition to the power saving mode, due to which the possibility of unexpected shutdown of the smartphone is excluded. Another additional battery feature is Lenovo's TurboCharching fast charging system. The technology provides fast energy replenishment, which takes 30-50 minutes.

It is also worth noting that the battery is ideally protected from accidental liquid ingress, water will only get in when the phone is completely immersed.

Camera

Lenovo has never been particularly famous for producing high quality cameras, so you shouldn't expect much from this model either. A triple main camera module is built into the back cover, consisting of:

• main sensor with a resolution of 16 MP and an aperture of f / 1.8;
• wide-angle sensor with a viewing angle of 120 degrees, a resolution of 8 MP and an aperture of f / 2.4;
• depth sensor with LED flash, 2 MP resolution and f / 2.2 aperture.

For the quality of the pictures, the LED flash, automatic focusing and artificial intelligence are responsible, thanks to which, even in poor lighting conditions, bright and moderately detailed photos are obtained. The disadvantage is the lack of optical stabilization, however, the price of the product is much cheaper because of this.

The front lens is installed at the top of the screen and has a resolution of 16 MP. The aperture is f / 2.0. The main advantage of the front camera is the presence of an independent LED flash. Such an element is rarely found in budget models, so portrait lovers can rejoice with joy. The resolution of photos taken with the front camera is 3120x4160, and the video is recorded in Full HD format at 60 frames per second.

Communication and communications

The phone supports simultaneously two Nano-SIM cards. The system adheres to all communication standards and 2,3,4G. The device is equipped with WI-FI module 802.11 b / g / n and BLUETOOTH technology with a data transfer rate of 5.1 Mbps. Navigation capabilities include support for GLONASS, A-GPS, and GPS systems. Navigation functions work well, no connection loss was observed. A cold start with satellite takes 5 seconds. But there are situations when in a closed room the connection periodically disappears.

Sound system

The weakest side of a smartphone is the sound system. Despite the fact that the manufacturer installed several speakers at once and implemented the popular Dolby Atmos technology, the sound quality leaves much to be desired. During music playback, constant distortion and excessive low frequencies were observed. The only advantage of the audio system is the support of Active Noise Cancelation, which suppresses noise and improves the sound quality during a conversation with the interlocutor. You can enjoy music tracks only with an additional headset.

Cost and release date

The manufacturer will release the smartphone on September 16, 2019, after which the prototypes will go to stores in China and Europe. The cost of the base configuration will range from $ 180-200, and the advanced version is $ 230.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Powerful central processing unit;
• Powerful graphics chip;
• Large and bright screen;
• Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protective glass;
• Stylish, catchy design;
• Energy saving mode is set;
• High battery capacity;
• Low cost;
• High data transfer rate;
• Fast charging system;
• Light weight and small dimensions;
• Front camera with independent flash;
• Support for 4K shooting;
• A productive developer shell.

• Lack of NFC;
• Lack of wireless charging;
• Weak main camera;
• Weak sound system.

Output

Before you pass a verdict, it is worth understanding that Lenovo K10 Note does not belong to the category of flagship smartphones. It is also worth taking into account the overwhelming number of advantages rather than disadvantages. Of course, the device cannot boast of the most powerful hardware and the highest performance, but as for a budget version, the K10 Note is impressive. The moderately powerful chipset and GPU, together with an impressive amount of RAM, are capable of pulling demanding applications. The design is pleasant, the price is low, the battery is capacious - ideal for the average consumer.

Attention! This review is not for advertising purposes and is created for informational purposes only. Always consult the seller before buying.