Category Breakdown
Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1
NIU Andy 5T
Performance
51.354.3
Camera
42.442.4
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
53.754.6
Summary
- The Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1 and NIU Andy 5T both feature a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, offering similar visual clarity.
- In terms of performance, the Simba SX1 is powered by a dual-core Snapdragon 400, while the Andy 5T utilizes a quad-core Mediatek MT6582, providing a slight edge in multitasking for the latter.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Andy 5T supports 1080p video recording, compared to the unspecified video capabilities of the Simba SX1.
- The Simba SX1 has a 1900 mAh battery, while the Andy 5T has a slightly smaller 1800 mAh battery, with both lacking fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- Build quality favors the Andy 5T, which is lighter at 123g and slimmer at 6.9 mm, compared to the 165g and 9.5 mm thickness of the Simba SX1.
- Software-wise, the Andy 5T runs on Android 4.4.2 KitKat, offering a more updated experience compared to the older Android 4.2 Jelly Bean on the Simba SX1.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1
NIU Andy 5T
General
Release Date
2013
2014
Announced
2013
2014
Description
N/A
For MexicoSingle SIM: Andy C5TDual SIM: Andy 5T
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6582 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.4 GHz Krait
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 305
Mali-400MP2
Memory
4GB 1GB RAM
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
13 MP
Main Camera Details
13 MP, AF
13 MP, AF
Front Camera
2 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
2 MP
5 MP
Video Recording
Yes
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1900 mAh
1800 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1900 mAh, removable
Li-Po 1800 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
144 x 73 x 9.5 mm (5.67 x 2.87 x 0.37 in)
144 x 69.7 x 6.9 mm (5.67 x 2.74 x 0.27 in)
Weight
165 g
123 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black/White
White, Black, Blue, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM/ Micro-SIM)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS Version
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes

