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Gionee GSW5 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£25Screen size:?Battery life:5 daysDisplay type:IPS LCD

Gionee GSW5 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Gionee GSW5
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

35%

5.4

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

5.4

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 81% of smartwatches
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

24%

6.7

Health

21%

7.9

Fitness

16%

3.8

Battery

14%

4.1

Smart features

12%

2.4

Connectivity

9%

5.8

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.4/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models

5.4

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

7.2

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
2 reviews + 7 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 81%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £25
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Gionee GSW5

Based on 2 · 7

Reviewers like the health tracking, water resistance and light design, but opinions on the screen are mixed, leaning negative.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Gionee GSW5

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

24%

6.7

Health

21%

7.9

Fitness

16%

3.8

Battery

14%

4.1

Smart features

12%

2.4

Connectivity

9%

5.8

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

5.4
Reviews score
5.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.3
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
?
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
8 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 8 h on a charge, which is shorter than 75.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 3.6% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
160 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 160 mAh battery, which is smaller than 94.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.7% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 120 min, which is quicker than 13.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 44.6% of Smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Uses a proprietary OS with companion-app ecosystem support. OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
?
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartwatch uses IPS LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 70.4% of Smartwatches and equal to 5.9% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
?
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.064 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.064 GHz which is slower than that in 93.4% of smartwatches and equal to that in 1.5% of smartwatches.
Processor model
Nordic nRF52832
This smartwatch uses the Nordic nRF52832 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Gionee GSW5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.8% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 1.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (10 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    10 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 12 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (33 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    33 g vs 45 g
  • Perspiration monitoring
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 7.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (35 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    35 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 4.4x cheaper
    Gionee GSW5 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£25 vs £110).
    £25 vs £110
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.8% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • 1.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (10 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    10 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 12 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (33 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    33 g vs 45 g
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 7.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (35 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    35 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 22.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.4/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models

    5.4

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    7.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    2 reviews + 7 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.4 vs 7.0
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    Gionee GSW5 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.33 vs 7.8).
    7.33 vs 7.76
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    June 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 83 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (7 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    7 vs 90
  • 12 h shorter training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    8 h vs 20 h
  • 145 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (160 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    160 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (IPS LCD vs AMOLED).
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • Slower CPU speed
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.064 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.064 GHz vs 1 GHz

Video reviews

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

5.0
Techie Plus
≈ estimated
16/12/2020
Hands-on review · app sync, features and quality
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 is hard to recommend given its sync delays, limited controls and disappointing quality.
8.0
GreedyTech
≈ estimated
28/10/2020
Unboxing and review · tracking tests and battery life
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 is worth considering for basic tracking and body temperature checks, despite its plastic build and awkward charging.
7.0
arezonad
≈ estimated
25/06/2020
Unboxing and full review · heart rate test and app setup
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 has a good build for the price, but its heart rate readings look off and quality is slightly below the creator's previous smartwatch.
8.0
Tech Streamer
≈ estimated
22/11/2020
Unboxing and setup · feature and app walkthrough
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 offers good features for the price and is a budget watch worth considering, though battery life is still to be checked.
8.0
Mr. Phone
≈ estimated
30/06/2020
First impressions · unboxing and step-tracking test
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 offers good value for the price, similar to a rival watch, with extra blood pressure monitoring; full review to follow.
Overview video
Not graded
Not graded
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
abplive.com
≈ estimated
08/07/2020
Full review · Fitness and sleep
Verdict
The Gionee GSW5 is a light, rectangular fitness watch that reads well in sunlight and tracks heart rate and sleep, though it offers few watch faces.
8.0
outlookindia.com
≈ estimated
11/10/2020
Hands-on review · Health smartwatch
Verdict
The Gionee GSW5 Thermo is a square-faced watch with temperature, heart rate and oxygen checks, but its screen washes out in sunlight and goes dark fast.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Gionee GSW5

  • Affordable price point offering high 'value for money'
  • Premium design with a stainless steel top and 2.5D Gorilla Glass protection
  • Clear and vibrant 1.3-inch IPS LCD display
  • Lightweight and comfortable polycarbonate body
  • Strong health tracking suite including SpO2, heart rate, and body temperature
  • Good battery life, typically lasting 5 to 9 days on a single charge

What customers don't like about Gionee GSW5

  • Frequent connectivity issues with the G Buddy companion app
  • Display visibility is poor under direct sunlight
  • Software feels like a 'prototype' with limited watch faces and customization
  • Physical buttons feel 'mushy' and lack tactical feedback
  • Stock strap lacks a premium feel and may be uncomfortable for some
  • Mixed reports on long-term durability, with some units failing after a few months

Verdict

The Gionee GSW5, also known as the GSW5 Thermo, is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a 1.3-inch TFT IPS display with 240x240 resolution and a lightweight 33g polycarbonate body. Its key characteristics include an integrated body temperature sensor, 24/7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, and an IP68 water resistance rating suitable for swimming. Main pros of the device are its comprehensive health suite (including blood pressure and sleep tracking), a 160mAh battery providing up to 5 days of active use, and its affordable entry-level price point. However, notable cons include the lack of a built-in microphone or speaker for calling, limited visibility under direct sunlight, and reported connectivity issues with the companion G Buddy app.

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