Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1
#6056
Xiaomi Redmi 2
#4498Category Breakdown
Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1
Xiaomi Redmi 2
Performance
41.348.0
Camera
39.619.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
18.020.4
Build
0.282.2
Connectivity
27.748.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
25.433.0
Summary
- The Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1 features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi 2 has a slightly smaller 4.7-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~312 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Simba SX1 is powered by a dual-core Snapdragon 400 chipset, whereas the Redmi 2 utilizes a more efficient quad-core Snapdragon 410, resulting in better multitasking capabilities with its 8GB of RAM compared to the Simba's 4GB.
- The camera on the Simba SX1 is superior with a 13 MP rear sensor, while the Redmi 2 has an 8 MP rear camera but supports 1080p video recording.
- Battery capacity is also in favor of the Redmi 2, which has a 2200 mAh battery compared to the 1900 mAh of the Simba SX1, and it supports faster charging at 10W.
- Both devices run different versions of Android, with the Simba on Android 4.2 and the Redmi 2 on Android 4.4.4 with MIUI, offering a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Gigabyte GSmart Simba SX1
Xiaomi Redmi 2
General
Release Date
2013
2015
Announced
2013
2015
Description
N/A
Also known as Xiaomi Hongmi 2
Display
Size
5"
4.7"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.4 GHz Krait
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 305
Adreno 306
Memory
4GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.4µm, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1900 mAh
2200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1900 mAh, removable
Li-Po 2200 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
10W wired, QC1
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
144 x 73 x 9.5 mm (5.67 x 2.87 x 0.37 in)
134 x 67.2 x 9.4 mm (5.28 x 2.65 x 0.37 in)
Weight
165 g
133 g
Materials
N/A
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 2), plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black/White
Black, White, Yellow, Pink, Green
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.70 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 6.0
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass