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Gionee Marathon M4#4675

Released: 2015

Gionee Marathon M4

Overall Score

31.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4675)31.8
Performance(#6806)39.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2990)16.8
Connectivity(#5462)41.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Gionee Marathon M4 features a sturdy build with dimensions of 144.7 x 71.2 x 10.2 mm and a weight of 176g, available in black and white.
  • It sports a 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 2GB of RAM, which is adequate for everyday tasks but may struggle with intensive applications.
  • The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and a 5 MP front camera for selfies.
  • The device is powered by a robust 5000 mAh battery, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharging.
  • It runs on Android 5 (Lollipop) with Gionee's Amigo 3 interface, offering a unique user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.0, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
  • The absence of wireless charging is notable, as is the lack of stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the Gionee Marathon M4 is designed for users prioritizing battery life and basic functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
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 Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@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

Dimensions144.7 x 71.2 x 10.2 mm (5.70 x 2.80 x 0.40 in)
Weight176 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SAR0.85 W/kg (head)     0.73 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5 (Lollipop), Amigo 3
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass