Lenovo A516 Mobile Price List in India

Lenovo has made a name for itself as a budget friendly Smartphone maker. Many of its devices have managed to generate good amount of sales. It has even challenged the likes of Micromax, Karbonn, Samsung, HTC and other brands. The A516 is more a low budget segment device which suitable for 1^st time smartphone users or average smartphone user. A516 is made on the same lines as most of the other competing phones in the segment and is likely to boost the profit of Lenovo budget devices.

Features and Specifications

Lenovo’s A516 comes with a 4.5 inch LCD touchscreen displaywhich supports 480 x 854 pixel resolution. It delivers crystal clear screen clarity and rich detailing in videos and images. A lucid viewing experience cannot be denied in terms of movies, videos and gaming. A balanced blend of functionality and usability, the device can easily fit into pocket and hands. At an affordable price range, users are getting 271 PPI which is a bonus as found in phones like XOLO Q600. Android OS support gives ample options for downloading and uploading apps in various ways. Speedy connectivity and seamless multitasking are additional benefits.

Design and Quality

The handset is available in grey and black color option. It has a standard design with high quality plastic body which has curved edges. Audio output is average at a pocket friendly price which would be suitable for many. The rear panel of this device flaunts a circular bulging camera cutout which may be a distinguishing element. This slim and trimmed model is also a lightweight phone as expected from a smartphone today. Power button and volume rocker is located on the right edge. Similarly, users are able to access the USB connection through top which also houses a 3.5mm audio jack. Front panel and overall body have a glossy feel which adds to a premium touch.

Tech and OS

This candy bar model comes with a 1.3 GHz dual core cortex A7 processor supported by a 512 MB RAM. Users are also getting Mali 400 graphics processor and Mediatek MT6572 SOC. It is powered by the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system, but there is no news if upgrades will be available in the near future. However, the serious gamers may not get their desirable output due to the limitations due to the RAM.Dual SIM functionality and presence of 3G, EDGE, GPRS, USB, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth adds to its strength.

Camera and Multimedia

The Lenovo phone is fitted with a 5MP rear camera which has a digital zoom option.It is possible to experiment on different photo modes through customization and editing options. You would be pleased to know that the assistance of LED flash enables the camera to adjust to low light conditions such as night and cloudy days. A frontal VGA camera support also allows the user to get his choice of self-portrait, selfie, video chatting and video calling. Thus, it would be really easy to stay connected with closed ones. Video recording facility is also available to capture special life moments such as marriage, anniversary, birthdays and many more.

In terms of multimedia, there is support for files like MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR and OGC without any hassle. AN in-built music player makes things easy and a pre-installed video player is compatible with formats such as MOV, APE, FLAC, RMVB, 3G2, 3GP and MP4.

Battery and storage

It is a dual SIM phone which comes powered by a 2000mAh battery which is suitable for moderate use. As per the company it also provides 23 hours of standby time for users. Web browsing, gaming and other tasks can be done on day to day basis without draining the battery excessively. When it comes to storage, there is 4GB internal storage capacity for storing memories and entertainment files. It can be also expanded to 32GB by a micro SD card. Hence, storing files and carrying them outdoors would be easy and convenient.

PROS and CONS

Pros

·         4.5 inch display resolution

·         Decent battery performance

·         Decent camera performance

·         Android OS

·         Expandable memory capacity

Cons

·         Low RAM

·         Average design

Verdict

Lenovo A516 is a low budget phone with average specs which justifies its price range. Display screen, dual camera, multimedia, battery and other aspects are also impressive. However, completion exists in form of models such as YU Yuphoria, Xiaomi Redmi 2, and Asus ZenFone 4.