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Gionee GSW4 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:12 daysDisplay type:IPS LCD

Gionee GSW4 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Technical score

30%

7.1

Review score ( 0 · 1)

Review score 30% · 7.1 · based on 1 video
1 video counts as 0.3 of the 5 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–¼Worse than 80% of smartwatches
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

24%

4.2

Health

21%

7.6

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

3.8

Smart features

12%

3.1

Connectivity

9%

7.2

Display & Design

4%

5.2

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 76% of smartwatches
7.1

Review score

Review score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

5%

8.0

91mobiles

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 81% of smartwatches
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Best prices

    N/A~ £45

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Gionee GSW4

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components:

24%

4.2

Health

21%

7.6

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

3.8

Smart features

12%

3.1

Connectivity

9%

7.2

Display & Design

4%

5.2

Hardware

5.3
Review score
Review score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

5%

8.0

91mobiles

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Gionee GSW4 has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 70.7% of smartwatches.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.1
Brand name
Gionee
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
12 days
Battery life
12 days
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 12 days which is longer than that of 72.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.3% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
8 h
Battery life in training mode
8 h
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 8 h in training mode which is shorter than 73.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
285 mAh
Battery power
285 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 285 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 58.3% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.6% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.2 inch
Screen size
1.2 inch
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% of smartwatches.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch uses a IPS LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 67.4% of smartwatches and the same as that of 6.6% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
283 ppi
Pixel density
283 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 283 ppi which is lower than that of 65.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
Nordic nRF52840
Processor model
Nordic nRF52840
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
This smartwatch uses the Nordic nRF52840 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Gionee GSW4 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    12 days
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    12 days vs 7 days
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    â–² Better than 46% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 2.89x cheaper
    Gionee GSW4 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£45 vs £130).
    £45 vs £130
  • 2.89x cheaper
    Gionee GSW4 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£45 vs £130).
    £45 vs £130
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    12 days
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    12 days vs 7 days
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    â–² Better than 46% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch uses IPS LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • 6.12x less popular
    Gionee GSW4 has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1 vs 6.1).
    1 vs 6.12
  • 6.1% worse value for money
    Gionee GSW4 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.09 vs 7.5).
    7.09 vs 7.52
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 73 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    7
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (7 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    7 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch uses IPS LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 13 g heavier weight
    Weight
    58.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (58 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    58.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x240 vs 352x430
  • 10 mm taller watch height
    Height
    55.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (55 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    55.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • 43 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    283 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (283 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 3 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (45 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    45.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No widget support
    Widget support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2020
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    June 2020
    2020 vs 2021

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
91mobiles
≈ estimated
01/08/2020
First look · unboxing and feature overview
Verdict
Gionee GSW4 offers many features for a low price, though this is only a first look.
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

Third-party reviews

What we like about Gionee GSW4

  • Premium design with a stainless steel grade top and Gorilla Glass protection
  • Always-On reflective display remains readable even in direct sunlight
  • Good initial battery life, often cited between 5 to 12 days depending on usage
  • Strong activity tracking features, including heart rate monitoring and sleep reports
  • Excellent value for money given its price point and feature set
  • High-quality straps that are easily replaceable with standard options

What we don't like about Gionee GSW4

  • Software feels like a prototype with very limited customization and only four watch faces
  • Persistent Bluetooth pairing issues, with some users reporting frequent disconnections
  • Significant battery degradation reported by some users after a few months of use
  • Large display bezels, though partially hidden by black UI backgrounds
  • Buttons can feel 'mushy' and lack a premium tactile click
  • Lacks advanced sensors like GPS and SpO2 monitoring

Verdict

The Gionee GSW4, launched under the G Buddy brand, is a rugged smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch transflective always-on IPS LCD display with a 240x240 resolution and a durable alloy metal body. It is equipped with essential health tracking sensors including a 24/7 heart rate monitor, accelerometer, and gyroscope, while offering IP68 water resistance suitable for swimming. Key advantages include its long-lasting 350mAh battery providing up to 12 days of usage on a single charge, a premium metallic design, and a comprehensive activity suite for tracking steps, sleep, and multiple workout modes. However, it lacks advanced modern health features like SpO2 (blood oxygen) monitoring and built-in GPS, does not support Bluetooth calling, and utilizes a non-magnetic charging case that some users find less convenient than standard magnetic connectors.

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