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Gionee Marathon M5 mini#5028

Released: 2016

Gionee Marathon M5 mini

Overall Score

29.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5028)29.7
Performance(#5906)45.9
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6281)32.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Gionee Marathon M5 mini

Short Review

  • The Gionee Marathon M5 mini features a compact design with dimensions of 143.5 x 71 x 9.6 mm and is available in white, gold, and black.
  • It has a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6580 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 2GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is 8 MP with autofocus, while the front-facing camera is 5 MP, allowing for standard photography capabilities.
  • The device is powered by a robust 4000 mAh battery, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharging.
  • It runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop with Amigo 3.1, offering a customized user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, although it lacks 5G support.
  • The phone does not support wireless charging and has a microUSB 2.0 port for wired connections.
  • Overall, the Gionee Marathon M5 mini is designed for users seeking a reliable device with essential features.
  • Its build quality and battery life are notable strengths in its category.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsReverse wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions143.5 x 71 x 9.6 mm (5.65 x 2.80 x 0.38 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite, Gold, Black
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-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 5.1 (Lollipop), Amigo 3.1
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsYes