Overall Score
17.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7670)17.8
Performance(#8476)29.0
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#10462)17.9
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7037)29.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Icemobile G5 features a large 7.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 600 x 1024 pixels, providing decent clarity but lacking HDR support.
- Its build dimensions are 196.6 x 123.3 x 11.1 mm and it weighs 345 grams, making it relatively bulky for a handheld device.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6575 chipset with a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU, though it has no RAM, which limits multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is a basic 2 MP unit without optical image stabilization, and it supports video recording, while there is no front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 3000 mAh, but it lacks fast charging and wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), the software experience may feel outdated compared to modern standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device has a headphone jack, which is a plus for audio connectivity.
- Overall, the Icemobile G5 presents basic features suitable for essential tasks but lacks advanced specifications and modern enhancements.
- Its design and performance may appeal to users looking for a simple, straightforward device.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size7"
TypeTFT
Resolution600 x 1024 pixels, 16:9 ratio
PPI600
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX531
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions196.6 x 123.3 x 11.1 mm (7.74 x 4.85 x 0.44 in)
Weight345 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite/Black
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
BluetoothYes
NFC✗
USB2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer