Overall Score
27.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#5590)27.1
Performance(#6343)42.6
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6632)30.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Gigabyte GSmart Saga S3 features a large 6.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 245 ppi.
- Its build dimensions of 168 x 83 x 8.5 mm and weight of 190 grams give it a substantial feel, though it lacks premium materials and water resistance.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6582 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 2 MP front camera, suitable for casual photography but lacking advanced features like optical image stabilization.
- Battery life is supported by a 3000 mAh capacity, though it does not offer fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), which is outdated compared to current standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The lack of stereo speakers may limit audio experience, while the presence of a headphone jack is a plus.
- Overall, the GSmart Saga S3 is a basic smartphone with essential features, suitable for users with minimal requirements.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6582 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions168 x 83 x 8.5 mm (6.61 x 3.27 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
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