Icemobile Gprime Extreme
#6810
Micromax A84
#5475Category Breakdown
Icemobile Gprime Extreme
Micromax A84
Performance
54.357.3
Camera
42.142.0
Display
67.567.3
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
53.954.7
Summary
- The Icemobile Gprime Extreme features a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a sharper image compared to the Micromax A84's 3.98-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Gprime Extreme is powered by a Mediatek MT6589 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, while the A84 uses a Mediatek MT6575 with a single-core 1.0 GHz CPU, resulting in better overall performance for the Gprime.
- The Gprime Extreme's rear camera is 8 MP, outperforming the A84's 5 MP, although both lack advanced features like OIS.
- The Gprime has a 1600 mAh battery, slightly less than the A84's 1630 mAh, but both lack fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- Software-wise, the Gprime runs Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean), offering a more modern experience compared to the A84's Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread).
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Icemobile Gprime Extreme
Micromax A84
General
Release Date
2013
2012
Announced
2013
2012
Description
N/A
Also known as Micromax A80 Superfone Elite
Display
Size
5"
3.98"
Type
TFT
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~234 ppi density)
PPI
720
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX544
PowerVR SGX531
Memory
N/A
N/A
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, AF
5 MP
Front Camera
2 MP
N/A
Front Camera Details
2 MP
VGA
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1600 mAh
1630 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1600 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1630 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
143 x 72.8 x 10 mm (5.63 x 2.87 x 0.39 in)
125 x 65 x 10.6 mm (4.92 x 2.56 x 0.42 in)
Weight
125 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
2.1, EDR
2.0
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
OS Version
Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
No
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes