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Gigabyte GSmart GX2 (2014) review

Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8228
Adreno 305
2 GB / 8 GB
5 inches (1080 x 1920 px)
13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus

Gigabyte announced the launch of the GSmart GX2 smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the Gigabyte GSmart GX2 phone with 5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8228 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.

The Gigabyte GSmart GX2 comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2200 mAh battery. The 5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (1080 x 1920 px).

Gigabyte GSmart GX2 specifications

BrandGigabyte
NameGSmart GX2
ModelGX2
Release date2014

Body

The weight of Gigabyte GSmart GX2 is about 4.76 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Gigabyte phone are average (5.77 x 2.89 x 0.34 inches).

Weight4.76 oz
Dimensions5.77 x 2.89 x 0.34 inches
Colorsblack
SIM typeMicro SIM

System

The Gigabyte GSmart GX2 comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) 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 v4.4.2 (KitKat)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8228
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305

Display

The size of GSmart GX2 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5 inches IPS display of Gigabyte GSmart GX2 with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeIPS
Screen size5 inches
Resolution1080 x 1920 px
Multitouch supportyes, up to 5 fingers

Memory

The internal memory of Gigabyte GSmart GX2 (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM2 GB
Internal storage8 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the GSmart GX2 is equipped with autofocus. 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 camera2 MP
Main camera13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus
FlashLED

Connectivity

The Gigabyte GSmart GX2 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 GX2 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 a/b/g/n
Bluetoothv4.0
GPSA-GPS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Ion 2200 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 GX2 is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

TypeLi-Ion 2200 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 GX2 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 GX2 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, proximity
SpecialsDragontrail glass, Dual 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 GX2, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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