Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2
The Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.5" · 136 x 67 x 9.7 mm (5.35 x 2.64 x 0.38 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera8 MP · Dual-LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 147g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,700 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, June. Released 2013, July
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
245 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,700 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1700 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
147g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
136 x 67 x 9.7 mm (5.35 x 2.64 x 0.38 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 ships with Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean).
The Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Gigabyte GSmart Maya M1 v2 has 3.0.
