Overall Score
25.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5973)25.7
Performance(#7026)38.8
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2912)16.9
Connectivity(#6226)33.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Gionee Marathon M3
Short Review
- The Gionee Marathon M3 features a solid build with dimensions of 144.5 x 71.5 x 10.4 mm and a weight of 180.3g, available in black and white.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a quad-core 1.3 GHz CPU and Mali-450 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 8 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, while the front camera is a 2 MP shooter.
- A standout feature is the 5000 mAh battery, which supports extended usage without the need for frequent charging.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The absence of water resistance and stereo speakers is notable, yet it retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Gionee Marathon M3 is designed for users prioritizing battery life and basic functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz
GPUMali-450
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions144.5 x 71.5 x 10.4 mm (5.69 x 2.81 x 0.41 in)
Weight180.3 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.29 W/kg (head) 0.73 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass