Gigaset announced the launch of the GS160 smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the Gigaset GS160 phone with 5 inches display, Mediatek MT6737 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Gigaset GS160 comes with Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2500 mAh battery. The 5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (720 x 1280 px).
Gigaset GS160 specifications
| Brand | Gigaset |
|---|---|
| Name | GS160 |
| Model | GS160 |
| Release date | 2016 |
Body
The weight of Gigaset GS160 is about 4.9 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Gigaset phone are average (5.67 x 2.85 x 0.37 inches).
| Weight | 4.9 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.67 x 2.85 x 0.37 inches |
| Colors | gray |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
System
The Gigaset GS160 comes with Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) 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. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.
| OS version | Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek MT6737 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720 MP2 |
| Performance | AnTuTu v9: 41112 |
Display
The size of GS160 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 Gigaset GS160 with 720 x 1280 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Gigaset GS160 (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 1 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the GS160 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 camera | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Gigaset GS160 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. 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 GS160 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2500 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 GS160 is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.
| Type | Li-Ion 2500 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. The GS160 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Gigaset phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Gigaset GS160 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.
| Sensors | accelerometer, fingerprint, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | 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 Gigaset GS160, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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