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Lenovo S5
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Lenovo S5

Released: 2018, MarchPrice: About 150 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, March

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 3.7
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Size5.7 inches, 83.8 cm, 2, (~74.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandLenovo
BuildGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ModelLenovo S5
PriceAbout 150 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/100 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsMidnight Black, Flame Red
ModelsK520
Single16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, March
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Released2018, March
Announced2018, March
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions154 x 73.5 x 7.8 mm (6.06 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Lenovo S5 Overview

About Lenovo S5 Lenovo S5 is another flagship from Lenovo's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Lenovo S5 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Lenovo S5 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Lenovo S5?

The Lenovo S5 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Lenovo S5 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Lenovo devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Lenovo S5 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Lenovo S5 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Lenovo S5 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Lenovo S5.