Meizu has always been characterized by having the ability to offer smartphones with a price below the average, but with technical characteristics above the average, and this has been achieved in all ranges. At the end of the month it will launch a new upper-middle range, but also a basic range, the Meizu M5If you're looking for a cheap mobile phone, this is one of your best options, because in addition to a reasonable price, it offers... balanced hardware, an Comfortable polycarbonate design and useful extras like mTouch fingerprint reader y double SIM.
Meizu M5
To this we still have to add something else, and that is that the smartphone will have a screen that will probably be 5,2 inches, having a 1.280 x 720 pixel HD resolution and about 282 dpi. It's a panel IPS with 2.5D glass and GFF construction designed to offer good sharpness and natural colors while keeping power consumption and price down. The design features a body of soft polycarbonate, light (around 138 gr) and with very manageable dimensions (147,2 x 72,8 x 8 mm), available in various colors such as matte black, blue, gold, white or mint green.
It would highlight something over the other features, and it is a camera of 13 megapixels with f / 2.2 aperture, PDAF focus and a dual LED flash, which allows us to take quite good photos for a basic phone. The front camera is... 5 SM with an f/2.0 aperture, sufficient for video calls and selfies. Among its software modes we find HDR, reading of codes, creation of GIF up to six seconds and a manual mode with basic settings.
A very economical mobile
No data has yet been published on what the price of this new one could be Meizu M5. However, with these technical characteristics, and the cheap prices in which we see all Meizu mobiles, Most likely, we're talking about a smartphone available for just over 100 euros In its base version, with possible variations depending on markets and distributors. In its official European distribution, it has been priced around the range of under 200 eurosMaintaining a great price-to-performance ratio. This shows us that manufacturers are managing to launch increasingly affordable phones that still perform well.
Screen, design and security: the essentials well done
The combination of a 5,2-inch HD IPS panel and a polycarbonate body makes the M5 a great device comfortable and durable for everyday use. The 2.5D glass provides a pleasant feel at the edge and aids gliding. The front integrates the mTouch 2.1 fingerprint reader on the physical button, with quick unlocking of approximately 0,2 sand gestures that simplify navigation: a light tap for back, a press for Home, and a swipe up for recent apps. This reader not only unlocks, but also provides enhanced access to compatible apps.
Connectivity and sensors: dual SIM, bands and more
The Meizu M5 integrates Dual SIM (nano + micro SIM in hybrid slot with microSD), with network compatibility FDD-LTE and TD-LTE in common bands like B1/B3/B5/B7/B20 and TDD B38 / B40, plus 3G WCDMA B1/B2/B5/B8 and 2G GSM. For local connectivity it offers Wi‑Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac support dual band 2,4/5 GHz in the versions that include it, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, GPS with GLONASS, microUSB 2.0 with OTG y 3,5 mm jackThe sensor package is comprehensive for its range: infrared proximity, ambient light, gyroscope, accelerometer, digital compass, touch sensor and Hall effect. It supports a multitude of multimedia formats (audio such as FLAC/APE/AAC/OGG, video MP4/MKV/AVI and photos PNG/JPEG), and the box usually includes data cable y power adapter.
Software: Flyme OS, updates and services
As standard, the M5 comes with Flyme OS based on Android, a carefully crafted layer with flat graphics and custom apps (tools, security/optimization, etc.). In certain Asian regions, it was marketed with Yunos, while the international versions rely on Flyme with multilingual support (includes SpanishOne point to consider is that, according to ROM and market, Google services They may not come pre-installed and may require installation at the store. HotAppsThis can be done in just a few minutes. The mTouch button's gesture navigation greatly simplifies daily use and helps maximize the screen space without virtual buttons.
Battery and daily performance
Battery 3.070 mAh and the HD resolution allows for very competent battery life, with between one and two days for moderate use. The manufacturer states up to 66 hours of music playback in favorable conditions. It does not have fast charging, but the platform is well balancedThe MT6750, combined with 2GB of RAM and the modest resolution, offers smooth performance for social media, messaging, browsing, and multimedia. Those needing more performance can opt for the 3GB/32GB version when it becomes available in your area.
A change in Chinese mobiles
Chinese mobile manufacturers they started by launching basic, cheap mobiles, with poor performance. Over time they realized that they had to improve with their mobiles, and They moved on to manufacturing higher-end mobile phones, in this case with very good results.And now we see how they're lowering the price of their smartphones again, but without compromising on performance. Great options for those looking for phones that work well without spending a fortune.
El Meizu M5 will officially launch on October 31, on the same day that the presentation will take place Meizu Pro 6sTherefore, we will see both a high-end mobile phone and a basic mobile phone at the same event.
The Meizu M5 brings a phone with nice design, fingerprint reader, good autonomy y complete connectivity at a very competitive price, while maintaining the essence of Meizu: offering more for less without sacrificing what's important.
