Meizu Pro 5 officially announced, powered by Samsung’s Exynos 7420

Meizu has officially announced its Pro 5 flagship handset in China. Most of the specifications match those in recent leaks.

The Meizu Pro 5 is a new high-end smartphone that will blow you away. It’s coming to select countries around the world starting next month beginning with China. Powering the handset is Samsung’s very own Exynos 7420 octa-core processor, the same used in the company’s’ recent high-end flagship models. It features a large 5.7-inch Full-HD AMOLED display for richer and more true to life colors. In addition, it’s made out of 2.5D arc glass for better durability. Users will get either 3GB or 4GB or RAM depending on how much internal storage space you desire. The 32GB variant will include 3GB or RAM, and those wanting 64GB of on-board storage space will get 4GB of RAM. Also included is a 21MP rear-facing camera, a 5MP front-facing camera, a built-in fingerprint scanner, support for 4G connectivity and a 3,050mAh battery with built-in quick charging. Meizu says users will be able to charge up to 65% in just 30 minutes time.

Following the announcement, the Meizu Pro 5 underwent an AnTuTu benchmark test that will put competitors on notice. According to PhoneArena, the handset now leads the charge as the fastest Android powered smartphone up for retail with an amazingly high score of 77,768 points, beating out Samsung’s Galaxy S6 which had a score of 68,944. The handset will be available in choice of gray, silver-white, silver-black and rose-gold color options. Users wanting the 32GB/3GB of RAM model will be set back 2799 Yuan or approx. $440 USD. If 32GB isn’t enough, the 63GB/4GB of RAM variant will set you back an additional S45 USD at 3099 Yuan or approx. $485 USD.

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