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Gigabyte GSmart Aku A1#7522

Released: 2013

Gigabyte GSmart Aku A1

Overall Score

18.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7522)18.5
Performance(#6919)39.0
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7379)27.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Gigabyte GSmart Aku A1 features a compact design with dimensions of 136 x 67 x 12.4 mm and a weight of 147.7g, available in black and white.
  • Its 4.5-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
  • Powered by a Mediatek MT6589 chipset and a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, it delivers basic performance alongside 4GB of storage and 1GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera is a 5 MP unit with autofocus, capable of video recording, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
  • Battery capacity is 2000 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • The device runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), providing a dated software experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone has a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the GSmart Aku A1 is a basic smartphone with essential features but limited capabilities.
  • Its build quality and performance are adequate for casual use, but it may not meet the demands of more intensive applications.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.5"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
Memory4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions136 x 67 x 12.4 mm (5.35 x 2.64 x 0.49 in)
Weight147.7 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity