Meizu’s Popular Midrange Series Gets A New Member – M5 Note

Meizu is announcing a new MediaTek-powered phone for the upper mid-range market. Dubbed the Meizu M5 Note, the phone comes with a large display, a stylish design and an attractive price.

The display is a 2.5D curved LTPS panel with 1080p resolution. Measuring 5.5-inch in size, it is said to come with a 1000:1 contrast ratio. The design is 8.15mm thick while the weighs in at 175 grams. It decidedly looks alluring with a metallic finish.

Under the hood, you’ll find a 1.8GHz octa-core processor with either 3 or 4 GB RAM, and storage options from 16-64 GB. 4 GB RAM only comes with a 64 GB variant. Storage can be expanded via a dual-SIM/microSD hybrid slot.

The camera on the back is of 13 MP resolution, with f/2.2 as well as 1080p video capture. The one on the front is of 5 MP resolution, accompanied by a fingerprint scanner on the home button.

Connectivity includes VoLTE, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The Meizu M5 Note will be available in Black, White, Gold and Blue options.

Pricing starts at $130 for the base 3 GB/16 GB variant, and goes all the way to $220 for the top-end model. It goes on sale next month.

Meizu M5 Note Specifications:

• CPU: 64-bit 1.8GHz octa-core
• Chipset: MediaTek Helio P10
• GPU: MaliT860MP2
• OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Flyme OS 6.0
• Supported Networks: 2G, 3G, 4G LTE; Dual-SIM (Hybrid)
• Display:
• 5.5-inch LTPS 2.5D curved with 1080p resolution
• 1000:1 contrast ratio
• Memory:
  • RAM: 3/4 GB
  • Internal: 16/32/64 GB
  • Card slot: yes
• Camera:
  • Primary: 13 MP, LED, f/2.2, 1080p video recording
  • Secondary: 5 MP
• Fingerprint scanner
• Connectivity: Bluetooth, GPS, VoLTE, Wi-Fi b/g/n
• Battery: 4,000 mAh
• Price: $130-$220