Lenovo Vibe P1
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
|---|---|
| Founded | November 1, 1984 in Beijing, China |
| Founder | Liu Chuanzhi |
| Headquarters | Beijing , China |
| Products | Smartphones, laptops, tablets, personal computers |
| Website | www |
Lenovo Vibe P1 (marketed as Lenovo VIBE P1) is an Android smartphone developed by Lenovo. It was unveiled on 2 September 2015 during the IFA event and became available in October 2015, priced at US$249. The handset was released in multiple color options, including Silver, Platinum, Graphite Grey, with Gold being exclusive to the Chinese market.
Specifications
Equipped with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS LCD panel, the Vibe P1 delivers a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels and a pixel density of 401 ppi. Its performance is driven by a Snapdragon 615 chipset featuring a 1.5 GHz 64-bit octa-core processor alongside an Adreno 405 GPU, supported by 2 GB of RAM. The phone provides 32 GB of built-in storage, which can be expanded up to 128 GB through a microSD card slot. Photography capabilities include a 13 MP rear-facing camera and a 5 MP front-facing shooter.
A major highlight is its substantial 5000 mAh battery capacity, one of the largest available at the time of release. This model incorporates a dedicated power saver toggle to help prolong battery duration and supports rapid charging at 24 W. Furthermore, it offers OTG charging functionality, enabling it to serve as a power source for other gadgets.
For connectivity, the device supports NFC, USB OTG, FM radio, A-GPS, Bluetooth version 4.1, and Wi-Fi standards 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, along with Wi-Fi Hotspot capability. The Wi-Fi Boost feature enhances wireless performance by providing extended range and faster speeds with support for 5G WiFi networks. NFC integration allows seamless pairing with compatible smart accessories. Security measures include a fingerprint sensor integrated into the home button that permits unlocking the phone even when the screen is off.
Physical dimensions are 75.6 mm in width, 9.9 mm in thickness, and 152.9 mm in height, with a weight of 189 grams. The device supports dual nano-SIM cards.
Operating on Android 5.1 Lollipop paired with Lenovo’s Vibe UI, it is also eligible for an upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
Vibe P1m
Lenovo launched the Vibe P1m as a smaller and more affordable alternative to the Vibe P1. This variant features a compact 5-inch HD display (720×1280 resolution) and runs on a MediaTek MT6735 quad-core processor (64-bit) accompanied by 2 GB RAM. It includes 16 GB of internal storage expandable via microSD, catering to budget-conscious buyers seeking fundamental smartphone functionality.