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Gionee GSW5 Pro review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£20Screen size:1.69 inchBattery life:8 daysDisplay type:IPS LCD

Gionee GSW5 Pro Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Gionee GSW5 Pro
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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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Score components

35%

5.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.0

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 89% of smartwatches
7.1

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
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Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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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Score components

24%

4.5

Health

21%

7.1

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

4.4

Smart features

12%

2.6

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 87%
5.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.0/ 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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5.0

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

6.4

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
4 videos, average 8.5/10. We use 5 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.0: (8.5 × 4 + 8.0 × 1) ÷ 5 = 8.4. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 90%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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~ £20
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 Pro

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Gionee GSW5 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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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Score components:

24%

4.5

Health

21%

7.1

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

4.4

Smart features

12%

2.6

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

5.0
Reviews score
5.0
List score
?
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
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.
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
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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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
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% 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
8 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 8 days on a charge, which is longer than 52.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.7% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
220 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 220 mAh battery, which is smaller than 81.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.5% 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.
Software update frequency
?
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
1.69 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.69 inch screen, which is larger than 80.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.4% of Smartwatches.
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 280
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x280 which is lower than that of 72% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
218 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 218 ppi, which is lower than 86.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.7% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
500 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 500 nits, which is lower than 73.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 13.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0 GB of internal storage, which is less than 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 23.5% of Smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
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 Pro vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 0.29 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.7 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.69 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 1 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (8 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    8 days vs 7 days
  • 8 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (37 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    37 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
  • 5.5x cheaper
    Gionee GSW5 Pro is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£20 vs £110).
    £20 vs £110
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • 5.5x cheaper
    Gionee GSW5 Pro is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£20 vs £110).
    £20 vs £110
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 1 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (8 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    8 days vs 7 days
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • 0.29 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.7 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.69 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 8 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (37 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    37 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
  • 0.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (11 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    11 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 5.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (37 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    37 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 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.
  • 28.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.0/ 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 90% of models

    5.0

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    6.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 8.5/10. We use 5 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.0: (8.5 × 4 + 8.0 × 1) ÷ 5 = 8.4. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.0 vs 7.0
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 28.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.0/ 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 90% of models

    5.0

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    6.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 8.5/10. We use 5 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.0: (8.5 × 4 + 8.0 × 1) ÷ 5 = 8.4. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.0 vs 7.0
  • 8.8% worse value for money
    Gionee GSW5 Pro has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.13 vs 7.8).
    7.13 vs 7.76
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 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 elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 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 gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 82 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (8 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    8 vs 90
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 85 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (220 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    220 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 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.
  • 250 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (500 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    500 nits vs 750 nits
  • 108 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (218 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    218 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x280, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x280 vs 360x360
  • 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 voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 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.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

9.0
Budget Product
≈ estimated
17/02/2022
Unboxing and hands-on review · health sensor and app tests
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 Pro is a solid budget smartwatch with reliable health readings, but sunlight visibility and phone-dependent calls are drawbacks.
7.0
AB Tech Vlog
≈ estimated
17/12/2021
Unboxing and review · battery and features check
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 Pro is acceptable for the price if you can wait for software fixes, but activity tracking felt weak.
9.0
Gizmo Gyan
≈ estimated
15/12/2021
Hands-on review · design, battery and app features
Verdict
Gionee GSW5 Pro is very good value for the price, with solid design, touch response and battery life.
Not graded

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Gionee GSW5 Pro

  • Excellent value for money, often described as a 'paisa wasool' (worth the money) budget purchase
  • Large and clear 1.69-inch curved touch display with vibrant colors
  • Stylish, premium appearance featuring a metallic frame that looks more expensive than it is
  • Comprehensive health tracking features including SpO2, heart rate, and sleep monitoring
  • Good quality for beginners or as a gift for younger users

What customers don't like about Gionee GSW5 Pro

  • Persistent issues with the magnetic charging cable, which many users report stops working shortly after purchase
  • Inconsistent battery life; while some report several days, others experience rapid draining in just a few hours
  • Reported durability problems, with some units becoming non-functional ('dead') within a month of use
  • Connectivity and synchronization issues with smartphones and the companion app
  • Lack of advanced features like a built-in speaker/microphone for answering calls directly from the watch

Verdict

The Gionee GSW5 Pro is a budget-oriented smartwatch featuring a 1.69-inch IPS 2.5D curved capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 240 x 280 pixels, housed in a metallic-framed rectangular body. Key health features include 24/7 continuous heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, sleep analysis, and a dedicated menstrual cycle tracker for women. It is equipped with an IP68 waterproof rating, over 100 cloud-based watch faces, and a 220mAh battery that delivers up to 8 days of active use and 25 days of standby time. Pros include its large, vivid display, sleek ergonomic design, and comprehensive fitness tracking capabilities including multiple sports modes. However, it lacks built-in GPS, does not support Bluetooth calling (no speaker or microphone), and some users have noted the touchscreen can be less sensitive than premium alternatives.

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