Gionee M3
Overview
Gionee M3 is yet another Helio P60 powered affordable smartphone from Gionee. The has three camera lenses on the rear and offers up to 256GB large internal storage. From the front, you are getting a 6.53-inch HD+ screen, with 720 x 1600 pixels. The screen is a IPS panel, and it has 20:9 aspect ration with a dew-drop notch on the head.
Powering the Gionee M3 is the aforementioned MediaTek Helio P60 CPU clocked at 2.0 GHz, along with ARM Mali-G72 MP3 GPU, 6/8GB of RAM and 128/256 Gigs of internal storage. If you runs out of storage, there’s a slot for micro SD card to the tone of 256 GB.
Coming to the camera department, you are getting four lenses on the rear; a primary 16-megapixel sensor, 5-megapixel ultra-wide angle lens, 2-megapixel macro and a fourth 2-megapixel depth sensor. For selfie, there is a single 8-megapixel lens in the notch upfront.
Powering the device is a 5000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charger. It also comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, dual Nano-SIM slot with 4G LTE network support, while Google Android 9 boot out of the box. Other specifications of Gionee M3 are detailed in the table below.
Full Specifications
NETWORK
| Technology Network technology refers to the specific protocols and standards that devices use to connect and communicate with cellular networks. | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Network Bands 2G network bands are specific radio frequencies used for transmitting voice, texts, and limited data in second-generation mobile networks. | GSM GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 and SIM 2 |
| 3G Network Bands 3G network bands are specific radio frequencies allocated for third-generation mobile networks. | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network Bands 4G network bands are specific radio frequencies designated for fourth-generation mobile networks, like LTE (Long-Term Evolution) | LTE |
| Speed Network speed refers to the rate at which data can be transmitted over a network, typically measured in bits per second (bps), kilobits per second (kbps), megabits per second (Mbps), or gigabits per second (Gbps). | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE |
LAUNCH
| Also Known As This refers to an alternative name of a device in another market, or the model numbers by which the device is known. |
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BODY
| Dimensions Dimensions typically refers to the measurements or physical size of a device. It includes various aspects such as length, width, height, and sometimes thickness or depth, presented in units like millimeters (mm) or inches (in). | 163.2 x 75.9 x 9.3 mm |
| Weight Weight refers to the mass or heaviness of a device, usually measured in units like grams (g) or ounces (oz). It indicates how heavy the device is. | 201 grams |
| Build This refers to the construction, quality, and materials used in manufacturing the product. It encompasses the overall design, durability, robustness, and sometimes the aesthetic appearance of the device. | Front glass, plastic body |
| SIM Type SIM Type refers to the form or size of the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card that a device requires. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY
| Display Type Display Type refers to the technology used in the screen of a device. It describes the specific method or technology employed to produce the visual output. | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size Display size refers to the physical dimensions of the screen on a device, typically measured diagonally in inches or centimeters. It represents the length of the diagonal line from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner. | 6.53 inches, (83.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution Display resolution refers to the number of pixels that a screen can display horizontally and vertically. It's often represented as the total number of pixels in width by height. | 720 x 1600 pixels, 19:9 ratio (274 ppi density) |
PLATFORM
| Operating System An operating system (OS) is the software that manages a device's hardware and software resources, providing services for programs to run and enabling users to interact with the device. It acts as an intermediary between users and the device hardware, facilitating tasks like file management, memory allocation, and device communication. | Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Chipset A chipset is a set of electronic components in a computer or other device that manages data flow between the processor, memory, peripherals, and other hardware components. It serves as a communication hub, coordinating the interactions between different parts of the computer system. | Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm) |
| CPU The CPU, or Central Processing Unit, is the primary component of a computer responsible for executing instructions from programs. It performs calculations, carries out logical operations, and manages data, acting as the "brain" of the device. | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU A GPU, or Graphics Processing Unit, is a specialized electronic circuit designed to accelerate the creation of images on a screen. It's optimized for handling complex graphical computations and rendering, particularly for gaming, video playback, graphical design, and other visually intensive tasks. | Mali-G72 MP3 |
MEMORY
| RAM + ROM RAM, or Random Access Memory, is used by the computer's operating system and software to temporarily store data that is actively being used or processed. It's volatile memory, meaning it loses its stored information when the power is turned off. ROM, or Read-Only Memory, is a type of memory that retains its stored data even when the power is turned off. It contains permanent instructions that the computer uses during startup or booting processes. | 6/8 GB |
| Card Slot A memory card slot is a hardware feature commonly found on various devices such as cameras, smartphones, tablets, and some computers. It's a slot or port designed to accommodate various types of memory cards, including SD (Secure Digital), microSD, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, and others. Users can insert memory cards into these slots to expand storage capacity or transfer data between devices. | Yes, up to 256 GB via microSD card (uses SIM 2 slot) |
MAIN CAMERA
| Camera Type This refers to the camera setup on a device. It could be single, dual, triple, or even more. | Quadruple Lenses |
| Camera Sensor(s) A camera sensor is the electronic component in a digital camera that captures incoming light and converts it into an electronic signal. It's the core element responsible for recording images. |
Main: 16MP, PDAF Ultrawide: 5MP Macro: 2MP Depth: 2MP |
| Camera Features Camera features encompass a range of functionalities and capabilities offered by a camera, which can vary based on the device's type, model, and intended use. Some common camera features include; Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) High Dynamic Range (OIS), Burst Mode, etc. | Autofocus, macro camera, Beauty mode |
| Video Resolution Video resolution refers to the level of detail in a video image and is typically measured in terms of pixels. It represents the number of distinct pixels that can be displayed in each dimension. Common video resolutions include; HD, FHD, 2K, 4K, and 8K. | 1080p@30fps |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Camera Type This refers to the camera setup on a device. It could be single, dual, triple, or even more. | Single Lens |
| Camera Sensor(s) A camera sensor is the electronic component in a digital camera that captures incoming light and converts it into an electronic signal. It's the core element responsible for recording images. | 8-megapixel |
| Camera Features Camera features encompass a range of functionalities and capabilities offered by a camera, which can vary based on the device's type, model, and intended use. Some common camera features include; Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) High Dynamic Range (OIS), Burst Mode, etc. | Face Beautification, AI FaceID |
| Video Resolution Video resolution refers to the level of detail in a video image and is typically measured in terms of pixels. It represents the number of distinct pixels that can be displayed in each dimension. Common video resolutions include; HD, FHD, 2K, 4K, and 8K. | 1080p@30fps |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker A loudspeaker is an electroacoustic transducer that converts electrical signals into sound. It consists of various components like a diaphragm, voice coil, magnet, and enclosure. | Yes |
| Speaker Location This simply refers to where the loudspeaker is located on a device. Some common placement includes the rear, basement, sides, and even at the top or within the earpiece grill. | Chin, below display |
| Audio Jack Type Audio jacks come in different types, each with specific sizes and functionalities. Some common ones include a USB-C audio port, a 3.5mm jack, 6.3mm jack. | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
CONNECTIVITY
| USB USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, a standard interface used for connecting various devices to a computer or other compatible host device. USB ports come in different shapes and sizes (such as USB-A, USB-B, USB-C) and have evolved over time to offer increased data transfer speeds and power delivery capabilities. | USB Type-C interface, 1.0 reversible connector |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard used for exchanging data over short distances between devices. It enables devices like smartphones, headphones, speakers, keyboards, and other peripherals to communicate and transmit data without the need for physical wired connections. | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to the internet and communicate wirelessly within a local area network (LAN). It uses radio waves to transmit data between devices, such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and other devices equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities. | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| NFC NFC stands for Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless technology that enables devices to communicate with each other when they're brought into close proximity, typically within a few centimeters. NFC allows for contactless data exchange between devices, facilitating various functions like contactless payments, data transfer between smartphones or other compatible devices. | |
| GPS GPS stands for Global Positioning System, a satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information to users anywhere on or near the Earth. It uses a network of satellites orbiting the Earth to accurately determine the precise location of a GPS receiver or device. | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity Battery capacity refers to the amount of electrical charge a battery can store, typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh) or ampere-hours (Ah). It represents the total amount of energy the battery can hold and consequently determines how long a device can operate before requiring recharging. | Non-removable Li-Ion 5000mAh battery |
| Fast Charging Battery fast charging is a technology that enables devices to recharge their batteries at a much quicker rate than traditional charging methods. It's designed to reduce the time required to replenish the battery's charge significantly. | Yes, 18W Fast charging |
OTHER FEATURES
| Sensors Smartphones and mobile devices incorporate various sensors that enable them to interact with their environment and provide enhanced functionalities. Some common sensors found in these devices include; an accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, proximity sensor, etc. | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Java Support Java support refers to the compatibility and ability of a device or software platform to run Java-based applications or programs. Java is a widely used programming language known for its platform independence, allowing applications written in Java to run on various devices and operating systems without requiring recompilation. | No |
| Box Contents This refers to items or accessories included in the box of the smartphones. That is items that are available in the box from the device manufacturer. | Charging Brick / USB cable |
