Gionee Marathon M5 mini
$100
Overview
Gionee Marathon M5 mini is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 410 chipset, 8 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $100, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Gionee Marathon M5 mini
The display of Gionee Marathon M5 mini measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Gionee Marathon M5 mini features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Gionee Marathon M5 mini has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Gionee Marathon M5 mini is powered by the Snapdragon 410 chipset with Mali-400MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 25000.
The memory of Gionee Marathon M5 mini offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Gionee Marathon M5 mini includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Gionee Marathon M5 mini with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 143.5 x 71 x 9.6 mm.
The software of Gionee Marathon M5 mini runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop), Amigo 3.1 with Amigo 3.1. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gionee Marathon M5 mini
Gionee Marathon M5 mini has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini with Snapdragon 410 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini at $100 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Gionee Marathon M5 mini has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Gionee Marathon M5 mini delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Snapdragon 410
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 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 | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143.5 x 71 x 9.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | N/A |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["White", "Gold", "Black"] |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 312 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 67.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), Amigo 3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 410 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-x5 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | software |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l8 |
| 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-dual-tone |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | software |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | built-in |
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 | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 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 5.1 (Lollipop), Amigo 3.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Amigo 3.1 |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | 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!
Gionee Marathon M5 mini Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Gionee Marathon M5 mini covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks