Gigabyte GSmart Essence vs Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Gigabyte GSmart Essence
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Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Gigabyte GSmart Essence
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 854 | 854 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 480 |
| PPI | 218 | 218 |
| Screen-to-body | 62.2 | 62.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz | Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 | Mali-400 |
| Chipset Name | Spreadtrum SC7731 | Mediatek MT6572 |
| Process (nm) | — | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Memory
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 8GB 0.5GB RAM | 4GB 1GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP | 8 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | — |
| Lens | 2 MP | — |
Battery
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1600 | 1800 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| stand by | Up to 240 h | Up to 320 h |
| talk time | Up to 12 h | Up to 8 h |
Body
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM/ Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM |
| Height (mm) | 134 | 136 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.8 | 10.5 |
| Weight (g) | 125 | 138 |
| Width (mm) | 67 | 66 |
Launch
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2015, October. Released 2015, October | 2014, March. Released 2014, March |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 | HSDPA 900, 2100 |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA |
Connectivity
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.1 | 4 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Gigabyte GSmart Essence | Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Gigabyte GSmart Essence and Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 packs a 1800 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 8 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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