The new mid-range is here, and it arrives with Lenovo and Motorola. The three new mobiles that are now preparing to land in Europe. However, what are these mobiles really like? What is the best buy for you? We compare them between them to locate the different, the strengths, and the shortcomings of each of the Moto G4, Moto G4 Plus and Lenovo K5.
The Moto return to reign
The first thing we can say when we talk about these three smartphones that the Moto are once again the kings of the mid-range. We said a while ago that Motorola, or in this case Lenovo, had to make major improvements over previous smartphones if they really wanted to be able to compete in the mid-range market and have any chance of retaining the title as king of the mid-range. . I doubt they would listen to our advice, but the truth is that Lenovo has significantly improved the Moto so that they are at a higher level than last year. The Moto G4 that has been launched this year is a much better mobile than last year's Moto G 2015 compared to its market rivals. The move to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor and 2GB RAM is key. And the same can be said about the 5,5-inch screen with a Full HD resolution. At Lenovo they had to be very clear that it was impossible to compete with the mid-range Xiaomi, Meizu or Huawei with the characteristics of the mobiles launched last year, and this year very notable improvements have arrived.
Moto G4 vs. Moto G4 Plus
Before moving on to talking about the Lenovo K5, I think it would be good to talk about the real difference between the Moto G4 and the Moto G4 Plus. The latter includes especially notable improvements in what has to do with the camera. In fact, there are no improvements to the screen, RAM or battery, but simply the camera, which happens to be one of the best in its class. And it is that from a camera that has a simple 13 megapixel sensor we go to a camera that has a 16 megapixel sensor with laser focus and that also includes laser focus detection. Quite remarkable characteristics for a mobile camera that is still a mid-range. Hence, it is said that it is the mobile with the best camera in its class. The difference is worth 50 euros between one mobile and another. It is not a big difference, everything must be said, but it must be taken into account that the performance of the two phones will not vary, only the camera. Is the camera worth 50 euros more on a mobile that is between 200 and 300 euros? Possibly yes, although we will have both options to decide.
Lenovo vs Moto
Now, for which users is the Lenovo K5 then? Well, for a group of users who want to spend even less money on the smartphone. The truth is that it is a more basic mobile in technical characteristics. Your processor is worse. Its screen is somewhat smaller and with less resolution. But this can also be an advantage. It is smaller, and some users prefer the smartphone to be smaller and not as big as a smartphone with a 5,5-inch screen. In addition, it has a metallic design, something that undoubtedly should be highlighted in a very notable way, as it is not the case of the Moto G4. That is to say, whoever is looking for a somewhat smaller mobile, with more style, and something cheaper, will find a good option in the Lenovo K5. On the other hand, whoever is looking for a mobile with better performance and does not mind spending a little more money, will find the best option in the Moto G4. And if you are willing to spend a little more, the best option will be the Moto G4 Plus, with its improved camera. Three mid-range mobiles with which to cover the entire market.