Gionee S96
$50
Overview
Gionee S96 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 2.6-inch TFT, Mediatek MT6260 chipset, 2 main camera, and 700 mAh battery.
Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Gionee S96
The display of Gionee S96 measures 2.6 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 240x320 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Gionee S96 features 1 rear cameras: 2 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Gionee S96 has 700mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Gionee S96 is powered by the Mediatek MT6260 chipset with No GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Gionee S96 offers 4GB RAM. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 64MB RAM, 128MB.
The connectivity of Gionee S96 includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 2.0.
The build of Gionee S96 weighs 81.3g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 128 x 52.8 x 7.4 mm.
The software of Gionee S96 runs Android 8.1 (Oreo) with Stock Android.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gionee S96
Gionee S96 has a 2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Gionee S96 with Mediatek MT6260 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Gionee S96 has a 700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Gionee S96 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Gionee S96 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Gionee S96 has a 2.6-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Gionee S96 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
2.6"
Main Camera
2
Chipset
Mediatek MT6260
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $80 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 128 x 52.8 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 81.3 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["White", "Gold", "Grey"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 2.6 |
| Resolution (px) | 240x320 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 12:25 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 268 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 31.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6260 |
| CPU | 360 MHz |
| GPU | |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | MT6260 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 64MB RAM, 128MB |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 2 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1., fixed-focusmm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| 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 | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/8 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | mp3 |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 700 |
| Type | Li-Ion 700 mAh, removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, 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!