Gionee Marathon M4
$100
Overview
Gionee Marathon M4 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch Super AMOLED, powerful processor chipset, 8 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.
Priced at $100, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Gionee Marathon M4
The display of Gionee Marathon M4 measures 5 inches with Super AMOLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Gionee Marathon M4 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Gionee Marathon M4 has 5000mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The memory of Gionee Marathon M4 offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Gionee Marathon M4 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 2.0.
The build of Gionee Marathon M4 weighs 176.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 144.7 x 71.2 x 10.2 mm.
The software of Gionee Marathon M4 runs Android 5 (Lollipop), Amigo 3 with Amigo UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gionee Marathon M4
Gionee Marathon M4 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Gionee Marathon M4 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Gionee Marathon M4 has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Gionee Marathon M4 at $100 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Gionee Marathon M4 supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Gionee Marathon M4 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Gionee Marathon M4 has a 5-inch Super AMOLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Gionee Marathon M4 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144.7 x 71.2 x 10.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 176.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 260 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 66.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5 (Lollipop), Amigo 3 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | N/A |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA/LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 350 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV8865 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5 (Lollipop), Amigo 3 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Amigo UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!