Lenovo S820
The Lenovo S820 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.7" · 139.5 x 69.7 x 9 mm (5.49 x 2.74 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB | 8GB
Main Camera12 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 143g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, May. Released 2013, May
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
312 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 2000 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
143g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
139.5 x 69.7 x 9 mm (5.49 x 2.74 x 0.35 in)
Colors
Flamingo red, Charcoal Black, Pearl White
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual band
🔊 Sound
Radio
FM radio; built-in antenna
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Lenovo S820 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Lenovo S820 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Lenovo S820 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Lenovo S820 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Lenovo S820 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Lenovo S820 ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Lenovo S820 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Lenovo S820 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual band.
The Lenovo S820 has 3.0, A2DP.
