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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • Screen size: 1.28 inch
  • Battery life: 7 day/s
  • Display type: TFT LCD

Gionee GSW8 review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

5.6

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

5.6

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

5.2

Health

21.0%

6.3

Fitness

16.0%

6.6

Battery

14.0%

5.9

Smart features

12.0%

2.5

Connectivity

9.0%

5.3

Display & Design

4.0%

8.3

Hardware

Good
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Gionee GSW8

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    5.6
    Gionee GSW8 has a technical score of 5.55 points, which is lower than 69.1% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

    ?
    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    Gionee GSW8 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    5.6

    Overall score

    40.0%

    10

    Price

    6.9
    Gionee GSW8 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 66.9% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gionee
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not include a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
    Distance tracking may rely on phone GPS or step-based estimation on some models.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    7 day/s
    Gionee GSW8 offers a battery life of 7 day/s which is longer than that of 38.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 17.1% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    ?
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    260 mAh
    Gionee GSW8 has a battery capacity of 260 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 66.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.8% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

    120 min
    Gionee GSW8 charges in 120 min which is faster than 12.9% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 43.4% of smartwatches.
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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Proprietary OS
    Gionee GSW8 runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.6% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.7% of smartwatches.
    OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    occasional
    Gionee GSW8 has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
    Updates appear infrequent or sporadic.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not support third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Gionee GSW8 supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.28 inch
    Gionee GSW8 has a screen size of 1.28 inch which is smaller than the screens of 78.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 5.4% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    TFT LCD
    Gionee GSW8 uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 75% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    240 x 240
    Gionee GSW8 has a display resolution of 240 x 240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    265 ppi
    Gionee GSW8 has a pixel density of 265 ppi which is lower than that of 71.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

    500 nits
    Gionee GSW8 reaches 500 nits nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 70% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.5% of smartwatches.
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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    ?
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    ?
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    ?
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    ?
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Gionee GSW8 does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Gionee GSW8 vs the average smartwatch

    • Supports calorie tracking
      Gionee GSW8 supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
      What it is: Estimated calorie burn based on movement, heart data, and user profile inputs.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Gionee GSW8 supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • More frequent updates
      Gionee GSW8 receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
      Updates appear infrequent or sporadic.
      What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
      When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Gionee GSW8 receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.occasional vs ended
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Gionee GSW8 tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
      What it is: Logging tools for recording daily water consumption.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: LOW

      Gionee GSW8 tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • 5.2x cheaper
      Gionee GSW8 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£25 vs £130).
      Gionee GSW8 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£25 vs £130).£25 vs £130
    • Better band material
      Gionee GSW8 uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
      Band material may vary by included strap version or package.
      What it is: The main material used for the watch strap or band.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Gionee GSW8 uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.silicone, leather vs silicone
    • Supports calorie tracking
      Gionee GSW8 supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Gionee GSW8 tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Better band material
      Gionee GSW8 uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • More frequent updates
      Gionee GSW8 receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.

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    Overall
    Health
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    • No stress monitoring
      Gionee GSW8 does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No smart scales
      Gionee GSW8 does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 56.8% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
    • No elevation tracking
      Gionee GSW8 does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
    • No pace measurement
      Gionee GSW8 does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
    • No coaching
      Gionee GSW8 does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
    • No auto pause
      Gionee GSW8 does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No routes
      Gionee GSW8 does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • 40 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Gionee GSW8 has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (260 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • No GPS
      Gionee GSW8 does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Basic display type
      Gionee GSW8 uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • 48.5 m lower waterproof depth
      Gionee GSW8 has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    • 0.12 inch smaller screen size
      Gionee GSW8 has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • No ambient light sensor
      Gionee GSW8 does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
    • Lower resolution
      Gionee GSW8 has a display resolution of 240x 240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • 61 ppi lower pixel density
      Gionee GSW8 has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (265 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • 23 g heavier weight
      Gionee GSW8 is heavier than the average smartwatch (68 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • 100 nits lower display brightness
      Gionee GSW8 has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (500 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
    • 4 mm wider watch width
      Gionee GSW8 is wider than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42.0 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    • No widgets
      Gionee GSW8 does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
    • No GPS
      Gionee GSW8 does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Gionee GSW8 does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Basic display type
      Gionee GSW8 uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
      What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Gionee GSW8 uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.TFT LCD vs AMOLED
    • 48.5 m lower waterproof depth
      Gionee GSW8 has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
      What it is: The stated depth or water-resistance class the watch is rated to withstand.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=50 m

      Gionee GSW8 has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.1.5 m vs 50 m
    • No stress monitoring
      Gionee GSW8 does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
      What it is: Stress estimates derived from heart rate, HRV, or similar body signals.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Gionee GSW8 does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No elevation tracking
      Gionee GSW8 does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
      What it is: Tracking of climbed, descended, or current elevation during activities.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Gionee GSW8 does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
    • No pace measurement
      Gionee GSW8 does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
      What it is: Tracking of current or average pace during activities such as running or cycling.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Gionee GSW8 does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
    • No coaching
      Gionee GSW8 does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
      What it is: Guided training or wellness suggestions based on your data and habits.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: LOW

      Gionee GSW8 does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
    • No auto pause
      Gionee GSW8 does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
      What it is: Automatic pausing of workout recording when movement stops.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: LOW

      Gionee GSW8 does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
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    Overall
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    Battery
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    Display & Design
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Gionee GSW8?

    • Premium and elegant design with a metallic build quality
    • Excellent value for money at its budget price point
    • Effective Bluetooth calling with clear built-in speakers and microphone
    • Useful internal storage for up to 30 songs
    • Responsive user interface without significant lag
    • Decent battery life, with some users reporting 2-3 days of heavy use

    What customers dislike about Gionee GSW8?

    • Persistent Bluetooth connectivity issues, frequently disconnecting from phones
    • Inaccurate health sensors, particularly for heart rate and sleep tracking
    • Poor software support and limited customization for watch faces
    • Weak Bluetooth calling range, often requiring the phone to be very close
    • Step counter and pedometer data can be unreliable
    • Issues with receiving social media notifications on certain operating systems like iOS

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