Lenovo S560
The Lenovo S560 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Entry-level · Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4" · 125 x 63 x 12.3 mm (4.92 x 2.48 x 0.48 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
RAM512MB
Storage4GB
Main Camera5 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓4" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 155g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm) for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 233 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
OS
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
233 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
155g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
125 x 63 x 12.3 mm (4.92 x 2.48 x 0.48 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
FM radio, buit-in antenna
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Lenovo S560 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Lenovo S560 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Lenovo S560 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Lenovo S560 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Yes, the Lenovo S560 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Lenovo S560 has stereo speakers.
The Lenovo S560 ships with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).
The Lenovo S560 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Lenovo S560 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Lenovo S560 has 3.0, A2DP, EDR.
