Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2
The Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · 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" · -
ChipsetMediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6572 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, October. Released 2013, October
⚙️ 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
233 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1400 mAh, removable
📶 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 Roma R2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Gigabyte GSmart Roma R2 has 3.0.
