The Lenovo A8-50 A5500 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,200 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Overall
B+
Performance
B+
Display
A+
Battery
A+
Camera
C
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size8" · 217 x 136 x 8.9 mm (8.54 x 5.35 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT8382 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage16GB | 8GB
Main Camera5 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 189 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
