Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 Overview
The Gigabyte GSmart Sierra S1 is a budget-friendly Android smartphone that offers decent performance and features. Released in June 2013, this device runs on the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system and is powered by a Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 processor, along with a Mediatek MT6589 chipset and PowerVR SGX544 GPU.
The phone comes with 1 GB of RAM and 4 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 32 GB via a dedicated microSD slot. The 5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing sharp and vibrant visuals with a pixel density of 294 PPI.
In terms of connectivity, the GSmart Sierra S1 supports dual SIM cards, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS, and FM radio. The main camera is a 13 MP shooter with LED flash and the ability to record 1080p videos, while the front-facing camera is a 2 MP unit for selfies and video calls.
The phone also features a 2000 mAh removable battery, which offers up to 600 hours of standby time and up to 4 hours and 30 minutes of talk time.
Pros:
- Affordable price
- Decent camera performance
- Expandable storage
- Dual SIM support
- Removable battery
Cons:
- Outdated Android version
- Limited internal storage
- Average battery life
- Low-resolution front camera
- Limited connectivity options (no NFC or 4G)
