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Gigabyte GSmart G1317D (2011) review

Android OS v2.2 (Froyo)
Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225-1
no
256 MB / 512 MB
3.2 inches (320 x 480 px)
3.15 MP, 2048 x 1536 px

Gigabyte announced the launch of the GSmart G1317D smartphone in 2011. The manufacturer is offering the Gigabyte GSmart G1317D phone with 3.2 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225-1 chipset, 256 MB of RAM and 512 MB of internal storage.

The Gigabyte GSmart G1317D comes with Android OS v2.2 (Froyo) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 1260 mAh battery. The 3.2 inches phone comes with a TFT display (320 x 480 px).

Gigabyte GSmart G1317D specifications

BrandGigabyte
NameGSmart G1317D
ModelG1317
Release date2011

Body

The weight of Gigabyte GSmart G1317D is about 4.09 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Gigabyte phone are average (4.47 x 2.36 x 0.52 inches).

Weight4.09 oz
Dimensions4.47 x 2.36 x 0.52 inches
Colorsblack
SIM typeMini SIM

System

The Gigabyte GSmart G1317D comes with Android OS v2.2 (Froyo) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v2.2 (Froyo)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225-1
CPU528 MHz ARM 11
GPUno

Display

The size of GSmart G1317D screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 3.2 inches phone comes with TFT display. A thin-film transistor (TFT) is a type of field-effect transistor that is usually used in a liquid crystal display (LCD). This type of display features a thin-film transistor for each individual pixel. The Gigabyte GSmart G1317D has a 3.2 inches TFT screen with 320 x 480 px resolution.

Display typeTFT
Screen size3.2 inches
Resolution320 x 480 px
Multitouch supportno

Memory

The internal memory of Gigabyte GSmart G1317D (256 MB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (512 MB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM256 MB
Internal storage512 MB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the GSmart G1317D has no autofocus capability (fixed-focus). An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.

Selfie camerano
Main camera3.15 MP, 2048 x 1536 px
Flashno

Connectivity

The Gigabyte GSmart G1317D supports 2G and 3G networks only. 3G is obsolete now, because most phones can use 4G and 5G networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The GSmart G1317D phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetoothv2.1, A2DP
GPSA-GPS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Ion 1260 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of GSmart G1317D is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

TypeLi-Ion 1260 mAh

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Gigabyte phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The GSmart G1317D phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Gigabyte GSmart G1317D phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Gigabyte GSmart G1317D, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

Gigabyte GSmart G1317D pictures

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Gigabyte GSmart G1317D / G1317

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