Gionee X1 and X1s are affordable smartphones for users who desire features such as 4G LTE support, decent cameras and a fingerprint scanner. As one can easily guess, the X1s variant brings better specs to the table, including a faster processor and higher RAM.
Where to Buy Gionee Phones
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Gionee X1 & X1s Key Specs & Features
- 5.0-inch or 5.2-inch IPS Display, 720 x 1280 pixels
- Quad-core Mediatek MT6753 CPU with 2GB / 3GB RAM
- Android 7.0 (Nougat)
- 16GB Storage, up to 256GB memory card
- 8MP or 13MP Rear Camera and 8MP or 16MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE Data
- Fingerprint Sensor (Rear)
- 3000 mAh or 4000 mAh Li-ion Battery
Build and Screen
These phones do not digress from what you’d expect of a budget device in terms of build quality. While they are not shabby, they are nowhere near the most elegant. They are just there. A measurement of 8.8 mm puts them somewhat on the thicker side. But then, you may not really complain, knowing how much you are paying.
Both the Gionee X1 and X1s come with HD (720 x 1,280 pixel) displays. While the standard variant rocks a 5-inch IPS panel, the latter sports a 5.2-incher. This means the X1 should offer slightly sharper images.
Camera and Storage
The Gionee X1s looks to provide better image quality. This is because it features a 13MP rear and 16MP front camera combo. It is safe to assume that the target segment for this one is that of selfie enthusiasts.
In its own case, the X1 offers 8MP sensors on both its front and back. It should perform well for an entry-level phone, judging by this setup.
Hardware and Software
Both devices come with quad-core MediaTek processors. But you can expect better performance from the Gionee X1s in that its CPU runs at 1.5 GHz and it features 3GB RAM. The regular model packs a 1.3GHz chip and 2GB RAM.
Internal storage for the two stands at 16 GB, expandable via a dedicated microSD card slot. The phones run on Android 7.0 Nougat operating system, which has Gionee’s Amigo 4.0 skin on top.
Other Features
If you need an affordable phone you can lock with your fingerprint, these ones may not be a bad choice. You will find the scanner on the rear, below the main camera.
Gionee equips the X1 with a 3,000mAh battery, while the juicer on the X1s has a bigger 4,000mAh capacity. The phones support super fast 4G LTE with Voice over LTE (VoLTE) feature.
Gionee X1, X1s Price and Availability
The Gionee X1 and X1s were initially targeted at the Indian market, but has found its way to Nigeria, Kenya, or Ghana via Jumia. You can buy the Gionee X1 for around 29,000 Naira in Nigeria. The Price of the Gionee X1 in India is 8999 INR while Gionee X1s goes for 12999 INR.
Gionee X1, Gionee X1s Specs
Here are a few specs of the Gionee X1 Smartphone:
General Features
- Platform: Android 7.0 (Nougat), Amigo 4.0
- Processor: 1.3GHz quad-core Processor (Mediatek MT6737), 1.5GHz quad-core processor (Mediatek MT6737T)
- GPU: –
- Memory: 2GB RAM, 3GB RAM
- Colours: Gold, Black
- Dimension: 144.3 x 72.2 x 8.8 or 150.4 x 73.5 x 8.8 mm
- Weight: 166 g
- SIM Type: –
- SIM Count: Dual SIM, Dual Standby
Display
- Display: 5.0-inch or 5.2-inch (Gionee X1s) IPS Display, 720 x 1280 pixels (294 ppi)
- Screen Protection: –
Camera
- Rear Camera: 8MP or 13MP (Gionee X1s) Camera, 1080p HD Video
- Rear Camera Features: Autofocus, dual-LED Flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, Face Detection, HDR
- Front Camera: 8MP or 16MP Camera, 720p or 1080p HD Video
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 16GB
- Memory Card Support: up to 256GB
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes, 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
- 2G CDMA 1X: No
- 3G WCDMA: Yes, 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
- 3G CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: Yes
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: Yes, up to 150 Mbps
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP
- NFC: No
- Infrared Blaster: Yes
- USB Port: Yes USB 2.0
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player
- Video Player: MP4/H.264 player
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- SpO2: No
- Pedometer: No
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: No
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Rear)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: No
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: No
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: No
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: No
Battery
- Battery: 3000 mAh or 4000 mAh Li-ion Battery (Non-Removable)
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
