Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3
The Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android 4.2 (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 66 x 10.5 mm (5.35 x 2.60 x 0.41 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 138g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6572 (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
2014, March. Released 2014, March
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
218 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
1,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
138g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
136 x 66 x 10.5 mm (5.35 x 2.60 x 0.41 in)
📶 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 Rey R3 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Gigabyte GSmart Rey R3 has 4.0, A2DP.
