Gionee Steel 2
$110
Overview
Gionee Steel 2 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 450 chipset, 8 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $110, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Gionee Steel 2
The display of Gionee Steel 2 measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Gionee Steel 2 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Gionee Steel 2 has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Gionee Steel 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 450 chipset with Mali-T720MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 45000.
The memory of Gionee Steel 2 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Gionee Steel 2 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Gionee Steel 2 weighs 160.0g with metal frame and metal back. Dimensions measure 144.3 x 70.5 x 8.6 mm.
The software of Gionee Steel 2 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Amigo 3.5 with Amigo UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gionee Steel 2
Gionee Steel 2 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Gionee Steel 2 with Snapdragon 450 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Gionee Steel 2 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Gionee Steel 2 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Gionee Steel 2 at $110 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Gionee Steel 2 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Gionee Steel 2 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Gionee Steel 2 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Gionee Steel 2 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Snapdragon 450
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144.3 x 70.5 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 160.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | metal |
| Back Finish | metal |
| Colors | ["Black", "Gold", "Light Blue", "Rose Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 282 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 67.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | S |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Amigo 3.5 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 450 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X9 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 45000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 3.6mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Amigo 3.5 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Amigo UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!