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Gigabyte GSmart GX2

Gigabyte GSmart GX2

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Lava X81

Lava X81

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Category Breakdown

Gigabyte GSmart GX2
Lava X81
Performance
49.749.5
Camera
39.619.1
Display
58.956.5
Battery
20.422.7
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
31.945.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
28.327.4

Summary

  • The Gigabyte GSmart GX2 features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, offering a sharper image compared to the Lava X81's 720 x 1280 resolution on the same size display.
  • In terms of performance, the GX2 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with 2GB of RAM, while the X81 utilizes a Mediatek MT6735 chipset with 3GB of RAM, providing better multitasking capabilities.
  • Both phones have a 13 MP rear camera, but the X81 has a higher-resolution 5 MP front camera compared to the GX2's 2 MP.
  • The Lava X81 also has a larger 2700 mAh battery compared to the 2200 mAh battery of the GX2, potentially offering better longevity.
  • Software-wise, the GX2 runs on Android 4.4.2, while the X81 operates on a more recent Android 6.0.1, which may provide a more updated user experience.
  • Build quality is similar, with the GX2 being slightly heavier at 135g compared to the X81's lighter design.

Side-by-side Specification Comparison

Gigabyte GSmart GX2
Lava X81

General

Release Date

2014
2016

Announced

2014
2016

Description

N/A
For India

Display

Size

5"
5"

Type

IPS LCD
IPS LCD

Resolution

1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio

PPI

1080
720

Refresh Rate

60Hz
60Hz

HDR Support

Protection

N/A
N/A

Performance

Chipset

Qualcomm MSM8228 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6735 (28 nm)

CPU

Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53

GPU

Adreno 305
Mali-T720

Memory

8GB 2GB RAM
16GB 3GB RAM

Expandable Storage

Card Slot

microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC

Camera

Main Camera

13 MP, AF
13 MP, f/2.0, AF

Main Camera Features

LED flash
Dual-LED flash

Front Camera

2 MP
5 MP, f/2.4

Front Camera Features

N/A
N/A

Video Recording

Yes
1080p@30fps

Selfie Video

N/A
N/A

Optical Stabilization

Night Mode

Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity

2200 mAh
2700 mAh

Battery Details

Li-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable

Charging Details

N/A
N/A

Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions

146.5 x 73.4 x 8.7 mm (5.77 x 2.89 x 0.34 in)
142.6 x 73.4 x 8.4 mm (5.61 x 2.89 x 0.33 in)

Weight

135 g
N/A

Materials

N/A
N/A

Colors

Black
Space Grey/Gold

Foldable

SAR

N/A
N/A

Connectivity

SIM

Dual SIM (Micro-SIM)
Dual SIM

Network

GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA / LTE

Network Speed

HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps

5G

4G

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n

Bluetooth

4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP

NFC

USB

microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG

IR Blaster

Headphone Jack

Radio

Positioning

GPS
GPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers

Loudspeaker

Yes
Yes

Audio Jack

Yes
Yes

Software & Security

Operating System

Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Fingerprint

Face Unlock

Sensors

Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity