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Gigabyte GSmart Essence
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Gigabyte GSmart Essence

Released: 2015, October. Released 2015, OctoberPrice: About 70 EURStatus: Discontinued

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General

Brand
Gigabyte GSmart
Model
Gigabyte GSmart Essence
Released
2015, October. Released 2015, October
Status
Discontinued
Price
About 70 EUR
OS
Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Dimensions
134 x 67 x 8.8 mm (5.28 x 2.64 x 0.35 in)
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM/ Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
4.5 inches, 55.8 cm, 2, (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Spreadtrum SC7731
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz
GPU
Mali-400
Internal
8GB 512MB RAM
Card slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
2 MP
Features
LED flash
Video
N/A

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands
HSDPA 2100
Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, EDR
Positioning
GPS
NFC
No
Radio
FM radio
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity

Other

Colors
Black, White
Stand-by
Up to 240 h
Announced
2015, October. Released 2015, October
Talk time
Up to 12 h
Loudspeaker
Yes

Gigabyte GSmart Essence Overview

About Gigabyte GSmart Essence Gigabyte GSmart Essence is a discontinued device from Gigabyte GSmart's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Gigabyte GSmart Essence has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 512MB RAM with Spreadtrum SC7731 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for Gigabyte GSmart Essence is not published yet. Avoid flashing files from unrelated variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

Pros and Cons

  • Pros: deeper customization, module support, bloatware removal, and advanced backup options.
  • Cons: warranty risk, possible update issues, and security trade-offs if root permissions are mismanaged.

FAQ

Can I root the Gigabyte GSmart Essence?

The Gigabyte GSmart Essence supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Gigabyte GSmart Essence support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Gigabyte-gsmart devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Gigabyte GSmart Essence void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Gigabyte GSmart Essence will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Gigabyte GSmart Essence run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Gigabyte GSmart Essence.

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