Lenovo K4 Note

• Pros
• • Good display
  • Useful software features
  • Good for multimedia usage
  • Proper dual-SIM support & dedicated microSD slot
• Cons
• • Plastic back panel feels flimsy
  • Lags while playing heavy games
  • Camera could have been better
  • Tons of bloatware

• Verdict

The Lenovo K4 Note sticks to the brand’s philosophy by offering a compelling package for its asking price – ticking most boxes when it comes the parameters one considers while buying a new smartphone. It’s a reasonably big upgrade compared to its predecessor too. The curved design feels much better as compared to the blocky design of the K3 Note, while the metallic frame adds to the allure.Inclusion of options like NFC and dual-band Wi-Fi are also appreciated, and features like an option to switch t... Read Full Verdict  

The Lenovo K4 Note sticks to the brand’s philosophy by offering a compelling package for its asking price – ticking most boxes when it comes the parameters one considers while buying a new smartphone. It’s a reasonably big upgrade compared to its predecessor too. The curved design feels much better as compared to the blocky design of the K3 Note, while the metallic frame adds to the allure.Inclusion of options like NFC and dual-band Wi-Fi are also appreciated, and features like an option to switch to stock Android UI, and a standout addition in the form of a VR mode help, but there are a few areas where it fails. The camera quality could have been better we feel, and the plasticky back panel leaves a sour taste in the mouth, figuratively speaking of course. We’re more concerned about the laggy performance in graphics-heavy games though, but as we mentioned, you could overlook that if you don’t indulge in gaming… especially since the usage was reasonably smooth otherwise. An aspect that can’t be ignored is competition, and there are others in the same price bracket that challenge the K4 Note. The Honor 5X is one, scoring high on build quality thanks to its metal body… but as our recent review indicates, isn’t really a performance powerhouse either. The LeEco Le 1s (review) then, emerges as a true nemesis, trumping the K4 Note in a few crucial aspects. The two are pretty evenly matched when it comes to core specs like screen size and resolution, but the Le 1s does get the edge due to its full-metal body and its faster processor, which translates into smoother usage. Our money would go to the LeEco Le 1s, but the K4 Note still deserves a very careful second look, especially if you’re after a workhorse that comes from a known brand. That said, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro is expected to land in India soon as well… and while we don’t have an exact date or an idea of its pricing in India, is looking like it could leave quite a few in the dust if priced right.