Gigabyte GSmart G1315 Skate
#7236
HTC DROID ERIS
#6981Category Breakdown
Gigabyte GSmart G1315 Skate
HTC DROID ERIS
Performance
42.246.6
Camera
39.639.6
Display
33.238.1
Battery
12.813.1
Build
0.216.4
Connectivity
27.623.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.921.0
Summary
- The Gigabyte GSmart G1315 Skate and HTC DROID ERIS both feature TFT displays with similar resolutions, but the DROID ERIS has a slightly smaller 3.2-inch screen compared to the G1315 Skate's 3.5-inch display, resulting in a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the G1315 Skate has 256MB of RAM, while the DROID ERIS offers 288MB, which may provide a marginally better experience.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera with autofocus but lack optical image stabilization and front-facing cameras.
- The GSmart G1315 Skate has a 1260 mAh battery, slightly less than the DROID ERIS's 1300 mAh, which could affect longevity.
- The G1315 Skate runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the DROID ERIS operates on Android 2.1 (Eclair) with HTC's Sense UI, potentially offering a more refined software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with the G1315 Skate being slightly larger and heavier than the DROID ERIS.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Gigabyte GSmart G1315 Skate
HTC DROID ERIS
General
Release Date
2011
2009
Announced
2011
2009
Description
N/A
For Verizon
Display
Size
3.5"
3.2"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7225-1 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM7600
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
528 MHz ARM 11
GPU
No
N/A
Memory
256MB RAM, 512MB
288MB RAM; 512MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1260 mAh
1300 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1260 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
113.5 x 61.3 x 13.3 mm (4.47 x 2.41 x 0.52 in)
113 x 56 x 13 mm (4.45 x 2.20 x 0.51 in)
Weight
118 g
120 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, white
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
1.19 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
CDMA / EVDO
Network Speed
HSPA
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Android 2.1 (Eclair), Sense UI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity