Gionee Marathon M5 Plus
$180
Overview
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 6-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 13 main camera, and 5020 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus
The display of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus measures 6 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus has 5020mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Mali-T720MP3 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 700 single-core and 2500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 35000.
The memory of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus offers 3GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 64GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus weighs 208.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 160.9 x 81.2 x 8.4 mm.
The software of Gionee Marathon M5 Plus 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 Plus
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus has a 5020mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus at $180 is a budget device offering 5020mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Gionee Marathon M5 Plus has a 6-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Gionee Marathon M5 Plus 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
6"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 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 | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $350 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 160.9 x 81.2 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 208.0 |
| Build Materials | Metal frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["White", "Gold"] |
| 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 Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 424 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75.5 |
| 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) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| 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 615 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720MP3 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 700 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 35000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV13850 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| 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 | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
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 | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-Mounted) |
| 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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5020 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 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 battery management |
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 | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB 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!