Gionee Elife E8
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Design4
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot16
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Benchmarks10
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Videos3
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Key Specs
Performance
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MediaTek MT6795 -
Octa Core, 2 GHz -
3 GB RAM
Display
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6.0 inches (15.24 cm); AMOLED -
1440x2560 px (QHD (2k)) -
Gorilla Glass 3 Protection
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 23.7 MP Primary Camera
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Dual-color LED Flash -
4k @30fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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8 MP
Battery
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3520 mAh
General
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SIM1: Micro, SIM2: Micro -
5G Not Supported -
64 GB internal storage, Expandable upto 128 GB
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Gionee Elife E8 Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
The Gionee Elife E8 can be yours for Rs 34,999, and that’s not a small amount to pay for a daily driver. Looked upon in isolation, it has a lot to offer, including a gorgeous high-res screen and smooth performance. The bunch of improvements we’ve seen in Amigo look nice too, and it works well as a platform.However, we think the camera isn’t really as good as we expected it to be, and the sub-par battery life is an even bigger complaint. It’s critical for smartphones, especially flagships, to be all-rounders and the Elife E8 doesn’t seem to be one. Moreover, there are quite a few othe...
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Pros
- Good build
- Lovely screen
- Dedicated shutter key for the camera
- Smooth performance
Cons
- Non-backlit navigation keys
- Sub-par battery life
- Overshadowed by worthier rivals
Specs at a glance
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Measures 164 x 82.3 x 9.6mm
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Design: an SUV of a phone
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Some of the words we’ve used to describe phones in the recent past (including those from Gionee) cover slim, svelte, stylish, elegant etc. None of these would be apt for the Elife E8 though – it’s simply too large and bulky. Think of it as the Toyota Fortuner, a popular SUV that looks like a beast, without any room for words like sleek or elegant in its description. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but our point is that the Elife E8 stands out as a massive device, something that cannot just be attributed to its 6-inch screen.
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Screen: big, bold and beautiful
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While phablets have become quite popular, most of the action is focussed around the 5.5-inch screen size. There are quite a few options with 5.7-inch screens as well. With the Elife E8, Gionee decided to go all out, and graced the device with a massive 6-inch display. It further justifies its flagship credentials by offering a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels, otherwise called 2K or QHD. This translates to a pixel density of 490 ppi, and thanks to its AMOLED technology, impresses us with its sharpness, vivid colours and deep blacks.
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Software: all-round improvements
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The Elife E8 runs the latest version of Gionee’s Amigo OS, which is based on Android 5.1. Overall, the UI and its features aren’t too different from what we saw on the Gionee Elife S7 (review) and more recently, on the Marathon M4 (review), but it’s good to see that the brand is trying hard to add more features and make the platform better for its users.
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Camera: can be a mixed bag, but still a capable shooter
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The 24-meg primary camera on the Elife E8 is one of its highlights, and comes complete with top-of-the-shelf features like OIS, a 6P lens, 4K video recording support et al. There’s even a dedicated shutter key on the side for it – a feature that’s around on only a handful of smartphones, and is a boon, more so in the E8’s case since it’s a large device. On the front, you get an 8MP shooter for selfies.
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Performance: smooth as a baby’s derrière
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The horsepower is provided by a Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 chip, which includes a 2.0GHz octa-core CPU. Graphics are handled by a PowerVR G6200 GPU, and there’s a healthy 3GB of RAM present to make sure multitasking is a smooth affair. In our usage, the E8 fared admirably well, handling regular tasks like a champ and tearing through the heavy stuff without breaking into sweat.
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Verdict
The Gionee Elife E8 can be yours for Rs 34,999, and that’s not a small amount to pay for a daily driver. Looked upon in isolation, it has a lot to offer, including a gorgeous high-res screen and smooth performance. The bunch of improvements we’ve seen in Amigo look nice too, and it works well as a platform.However, we think the camera isn’t really as good as we expected it to be, and the sub-par battery life is an even bigger complaint. It’s critical for smartphones, especially flagships, to be all-rounders and the Elife E8 doesn’t seem to be one. Moreover, there are quite a few othe... Read Full Verdict
- Good build
- Lovely screen
- Dedicated shutter key for the camera
- Smooth performance
Pros
- Non-backlit navigation keys
- Sub-par battery life
- Overshadowed by worthier rivals
Cons
Measures 164 x 82.3 x 9.6mm
Read MoreSome of the words we’ve used to describe phones in the recent past (including those from Gionee) cover slim, svelte, stylish, elegant etc. None of these would be apt for the Elife E8 though – it’s simply too large and bulky. Think of it as the Toyota Fortuner, a popular SUV that looks like a beast, without any room for words like sleek or elegant in its description. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but our point is that the Elife E8 stands out as a massive device, something that cannot just be attributed to its 6-inch screen.
Read MoreWhile phablets have become quite popular, most of the action is focussed around the 5.5-inch screen size. There are quite a few options with 5.7-inch screens as well. With the Elife E8, Gionee decided to go all out, and graced the device with a massive 6-inch display. It further justifies its flagship credentials by offering a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels, otherwise called 2K or QHD. This translates to a pixel density of 490 ppi, and thanks to its AMOLED technology, impresses us with its sharpness, vivid colours and deep blacks.
Read MoreThe Elife E8 runs the latest version of Gionee’s Amigo OS, which is based on Android 5.1. Overall, the UI and its features aren’t too different from what we saw on the Gionee Elife S7 (review) and more recently, on the Marathon M4 (review), but it’s good to see that the brand is trying hard to add more features and make the platform better for its users.
Read MoreThe 24-meg primary camera on the Elife E8 is one of its highlights, and comes complete with top-of-the-shelf features like OIS, a 6P lens, 4K video recording support et al. There’s even a dedicated shutter key on the side for it – a feature that’s around on only a handful of smartphones, and is a boon, more so in the E8’s case since it’s a large device. On the front, you get an 8MP shooter for selfies.
Read MoreThe horsepower is provided by a Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 chip, which includes a 2.0GHz octa-core CPU. Graphics are handled by a PowerVR G6200 GPU, and there’s a healthy 3GB of RAM present to make sure multitasking is a smooth affair. In our usage, the E8 fared admirably well, handling regular tasks like a champ and tearing through the heavy stuff without breaking into sweat.
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Gionee Elife E8 Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Custom UI | Amigo UI |
Performance
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| Chipset | MediaTek MT6795 |
| Processor | Octa core, 2 GHz, Cortex A53 |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Graphics (GPU) | PowerVR G6200 |
| RAM | 3 GB |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Geekbench3 Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
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Display
(Best In Class)
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| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.0 inches (15.24 cm) |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 px (QHD (2k)) |
| Pixel Density | 490 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 73.36 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3, Scratch-resistant glass |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 164 mm |
| Width | 82.3 mm |
| Thickness | 9.6 mm |
| Weight | 207 grams |
| Build Material |
Frame: Aluminium Back: Aluminium |
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Rear Camera
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |||
| OIS | Yes | |||
| Flash | Yes, Dual-color LED Flash | |||
| Image Resolution | 5656 x 4240 Pixels | |||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Digital image stabilization Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
3840x2160 @ 30 fps 1920x1080 @ 60 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Flash | No |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 3520 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 64 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 128 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Micro, SIM2: Micro |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands, 4G Speed
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| SAR Value | Head: 0.26 W/kg, Body: 0.909 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Rear |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Gionee Elife E8 User Reviews
Gionee Elife E8 Key Highlights
| Processor | MediaTek MT6795 |
| RAM & Storage | 3 GB + 64 GB |
| Display | 6.0", 1440 x 2560 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 23.7 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3520 mAh |
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