TP-Link Neffos C5A and Y5s: low-cost smartphones
TP-Link announces the Italian availability of two low-end smartphones, with the entry-level proposed. However, different sacrifices are necessary.
TP-Link has just announced two new low-end smartphones: the entry-level TP-Link Neffos C5A, and Neffos Y5s. Both smartphones will be available for purchase.
TP-Link Neffos C5A
Neffos C5A uses the Android 7.0 Nougat operating system and adopts a 5″ Tn display at a resolution of 854×480 pixels with a pixel density of 196 PPI. Below the body (9.64mm thick) we find a MediaTek MT6580M processor from four cores to 1.3 GHz, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of integrated storage expandable via micro SD of maximum 32 GB. These are typical specifications of the low end, in our opinion a bit ‘anachronistic also in relation to the market band. Rear is 5 MP with an auto-focus, while the front 2 MP.
Among the interesting features, we find support for Dual-SIM in dual-standby mode (3G only), and of course there is no lack of support for all popular wireless connectivity systems, such as Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 4.0. The SIMs supported are those in standard format and the Micro SIM, with the smartphone that integrates the modules for GPS and accelerometer. To power everything we find a 2,300 mAh battery, which should guarantee – according to the manufacturer – a full day of autonomy ” without worrying about having to recharge “.
TP-Link Neffos Y5s
TP-Link Neffos Y5s is also equipped with a 5-inch display, in this case, we find a panel of superior quality with support for HD resolution (1,280×720 pixels) and the use of IPS technology. The body is thinner (8.6 mm), and hides a Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 processor with four cores and 2 GB of RAM. The integrated storage is 16 GB and can be expanded with a micro SD of up to 32 GB, while the cameras are in this case 8 MP with auto-focus and 2 MP, respectively for the rear and the front.
This model also supports 4G networks up to 150 Mbps and, like C5A, is a Dual-SIM (both in Micro SIM format) designed for those who want to start using a smartphone without spending significant amounts. Supports the B20 used by Wind and implements a 2,450 mAh battery. At the first start, the user will find Android 7.1 Nougat.