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Gionee Marathon M3#3924

Released: 2014

Gionee Marathon M3

Overall Score

57.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3924)57.3
Performance(#6981)54.3
Camera(#5174)42.1
Display(#3378)70.5
Battery(#991)63.5
Build(#10496)68.8

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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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions144.5 x 71.5 x 10.4 mm (5.69 x 2.81 x 0.41 in)
Weight180.3 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗

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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes