Lenovo Vibe Z2 smartphone: description, features and reviews

Today we will discuss the phone under the name Lenovo K920 Vibe Z2. This creation of the Chinese manufacturer appeared on the market of mobile devices not so long ago. Actually, we will talk in more detail about the device itself a little later, and start the article with a small introduction to the history of the flagship's creation.

About Lenovo

We all remember that Lenovo bought the company Motorola Motorola, and then solemnly gave a promise, in which he mentioned his plans for the division of the smartphone market. More specifically, the Chinese firm has decided, if it can be called so, to subjugate several segments to ensure a stable dominance over other companies. At the same time, as expected, Lenovo announced strong ambitions: it wanted to take no less than third place in sales at least. Consider the consolation of prizes instead of (minimal!) Bronze, the Chinese company did not even intend to. This option was not even considered de facto.

Despite such seemingly unreasonably ambitious performances, the firm has every chance to translate its desire into reality. Currently, there are official data that can tell us that Lenovo closes the top five in the smartphone market. Do not you think that this is really a result that is worth our attention? Nevertheless, we will assess the success of the manufacturer soberly. Of course, the bulk of the sold devices are sold in China. On the territory of the Russian Federation, devices belonging to the A-series are more popular. The shift of the situation began when a series of flagships called Vibe appeared on the horizon.

Analysis of models

Not only the Lenovo K920 Vibe Z2 device is rich in the corresponding product range of the company. One of the devices that are included in the lineup is Vibe X. This is a stylish enough flagship solution. Currently, its cost is about ten thousand rubles. Probably, the device can be rightfully called the best in the segment. It supports the output of the picture as a Full HD. Nevertheless, Vibe X is not the only solution.

Next, just stepping on the heels, goes Vibe X2. Already from the title it is clear that this is nothing more than a follower of the previous model. The starting price of the device fell within the range of fifteen to seventeen thousand rubles. But even despite this cost, the device remains very relevant and popular not only among our compatriots, but also in the international arena.

And Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro, the price for which at the very beginning of sales was 23 thousand rubles, is in a permanent deficit. The smartphone is released in some kind of sophisticated way, at the same time it is not enough in the warehouses of the cellular communication salons for full-fledged sales. As a Chinese manufacturer will deal with this problem, we should not worry. Therefore, just note that the Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro, the price of which currently flew up to 27 thousand rubles, continues to remain the most affordable among its competitors, a tablet with a screen with HD resolution.

Already now, a truncated version of the flagship came out. Many people call it Lenovo Vibe Z2 Mini, but the last word from the name is best removed, because that's how it is positioned by official sources and representatives of the Chinese company. Probably, for this there are practical reasons. In fact, answer just one question: is it possible to call a phone equipped with a screen with a diagonal of 5.5 inches, dubbed the name Mini? It will look illogical at least. Nevertheless, this word still exists in the device index. That is, it is called: K920 Mini. But it's much easier to put the device just under the name Vibe Z2, which we see.

The Lenovo Vibe Z2 Titanium smartphone got its name thanks to the use of exclusively metallic materials in the design. Before us, the device, which has a thickness of just 7.8 millimeters, is equipped with a sufficiently powerful and high-quality camera (built-in optical stabilization function). In the rest it should be noted the support of two SIM cards, the availability and operation of the 64-bit Qualcomm family, a powerful battery with a capacity of 3,000 mAh. The cost of the device is 20 thousand rubles. But the price is justified, as now the prices for all mobile devices are rising. In the meantime, we move on to a more detailed analysis.

Connectivity

The subject of our review today is equipped with a large number of different modules, and now we will talk about them in more detail. So, the phone works in the GSM, UMTS, and LTE bands. The latter actually means open access to the fourth generation cellular networks. Well, in principle, for the device of the relevant price segment, this is more likely a rule than an exception. 4G networks will allow the owner of the phone to exchange data and Internet traffic at increased speed. Now you can quickly download and upload pictures, music, videos and movies. Do not forget that it will be faster and interaction with the browser and web pages in it.

International Network

By the way, about the Internet. Access to it is provided at the expense of 3G and 4G standards. There are options with GPRS, as well as EDGE. But it is preferable, of course, the first two. There is a built-in modem. If necessary, you can create a Wi-Fi hotspot. It will be able to connect to other users who have in their devices wireless communication modules. It can be smartphones on different operating systems, tablet computers and laptops. You can also connect to the access point and from the computer, but only if there is a network card with a Wi-Fi module.

Exchange of files with other devices allows technology bluetooth. Here its module is equipped according to version 4.0. Wi-Fi works in the bands b, g, and also n. If you actively use e-mail to exchange messages with other users, then for sure you will use the built-in E-mail client. Synchronize the smartphone with a computer or laptop can be through the wire MicroUSB - USB 2.0.

Display

The diagonal of the screen in "Lenovo Vib Z2" is 5.5 inches. The display matrix is made using IPS technology. This means that the user will not have to think especially about whether his eyesight deteriorates. IPS technology reduces eye strain, which allows you to read e-books for a long time from the device's screen even in the night mode with the minimum activated backlighting. The screen resolution is 1280 by 720 pixels. Thus, the display is displayed as HD in the display. Transmits up to 16 million colors. Color rendition is generally good, in the sun fonts and picture do not burn out. There is a good margin of brightness. Touch screen capacitive type. There is a function "multitouch". It processes several simultaneous touches. In order to further protect the screen, you can purchase a case for Lenovo Vibe Z2 in the mobile phone.

Cameras

The resolution of the main camera of the device is 13 megapixels. The device makes very good pictures, and the user has the ability to change the settings as it sees fit. Images are obtained in a resolution of 4128 by 3096 pixels. As mentioned before, the device is equipped with the function of optical image stabilization. The case for Lenovo Vibe Z2 allows you to protect the device from mechanical damage, but does not block the flash located on the side of the lens of the main camera. The flash is LED, which has good power. Video shooting is carried out at a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. The frame rate is 30 pieces per second. The additional camera is located on the front side of the phone, its resolution is 8 megapixels. Fans of pictures of Selfi clearly appreciate it.

Chipset

The hardware is represented by a Qualcomm family processor. This is the model Snapdragon 410, under the name MSM8916. As part of the chipset, four cores are working at once, which ensure, however, the smooth operation of the operating system. Their maximum clock speed is about 1.2 gigahertz.

Memory

The amount of RAM is 2 gigabytes. Let's not forget that part of it is taken by the jealous and greedy operating system of the "Android" family. 32 gigabytes of long-term memory is available to store user data. In principle, this is not so little. The volume can be clogged with any files, whether it be e-books, games or applications, cache programs, music, videos or movies. It does not matter, in general.

Conclusion and feedback

What can tell the owners of this model about its pros and cons? According to the feedback from the customers of the device, it has the following advantages:

• Good main camera with optical stabilization function;
• An excellent front camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels;
• Exclusively thin metal case;
• Work with two SIM cards;
• Large amount of long-term memory;
• Powerful battery.

At the same time, the owners of the device say there are some minor and major shortcomings. For example, many users noted that permission for such a diagonal could be done and more. In other respects, the owners of the phone distinguish the following disadvantages:

• No slot for an external microSD drive;
• Protruding lens of the main camera.