JiaYu G4: Everything we know and all your questions answered!

The JiaYu G4 is currently the most anticipated quad-core MT6589 phone of any manufacture today (check the poll here), and with it's great styling, high performance and low-cost it's easy to see why. So what else do we know about the JiaYu G4?

The JiaYu G4 will be JiaYu's flagship MTK (Mediatek) phone for 2013, and as such it uses the top of the range quad-core Mediatek MT6589 processor running at 1.2 Ghz! We know from leaked benchmarks from the G4 and similar phones that this chip, together with at least 1GB RAM is capable of Antutu benchmarks close to 13,000!

For more information about the Mediatek MT6589 quad-core processor, have a read of our full resource here.

The JiaYu G4 will come in two options. A entry-level "Youth" model which will cost 999 Yuan ($160) and a top of the range 'Premium' model which will cost slightly more. The cheaper 'Youth' model will have 1GB RAM while the top-of-the range 'Premium' G4 will have 2GB RAM.

Unlike most manufacturers JiaYu have decided that the G4 won't get a 5-inch full HD display, and have instead designed the G4 with a 4.7-inch 1280 x 720 panel. This screen offers 720HD which for the size should look stunning and thanks to IPS technology, viewing angles will be superb. The screen is of course a multi-touch unit, has a PPI (pixel per inch) of 312 and boasts OGS (One Glass Solution) technology.

Yes, according to the official documentation the JiaYu G4 will have a Gorilla Glass 2 display. Gorilla Glass will offer additional protection from scratches knocks and scrapes.

As the G4 is a flagship phone, JiaYu have ditched older 8 mega-pixel technology in favour of a 13 mega-pixel (CMOS) main sensor. It has not been confirmed who will supply the rear camera for the JiaYu G4 but it is likely that Sony is the first choice, with back-up supply coming from other companies. The front camera on the JiaYu G4 is a 2 mega-pixel unit.

The G4 will have 2 battery options. The 'Youth' model will come supplied with a 1800mAh battery, and 'Premium' model a larger 3000mAh battery. Due to the battery size the 'Premium' phone will measure 1.8mm thicker than the 'Youth' phone.

This has not been confirmed, however it is likely that the batteries will be interchangeable. Due to the added thickness though the rear case on the 'Youth' model will also have to be changed.

Yes, the JiaYu G4 will have support for dual-sim cards. In this case one standard size SIM and one micro SIM.

Pinning actual definite network support down is very tricky. As the JiaYu G4 is intended for the Chinese market, JiaYu haven't yet confirmed or denied which networks it will support. However, from what we know of the MT6589 chip, and specifications of similar phones we predict the G4 will support GSM (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) WCDMA (850/2100Mhz). Please note that this is not for certain and you should double-check once the phone is launched.

Chances are the G4 will work in your country, but it might not work using 3G data connection. From previous experience those of you in the UK, Europe and India should find a solution to get the G4 to work on 3G. Those of you in the States and other countries will have to check what networks are available.
If anyone can be of assistance in this matter please feel free to leave a comment below.

Again, according to the official specifications the G4 will ship with Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. Don't be surprised if this is not the case though, as manufacturers have been known to ship phones with 4.1 then release an update shortly after.

Both versions of the JiaYu G4 come with built-in memory (ROM). The 'Youth' phone will ship with 4GB ROM, the 'Premium' version will get 32GB ROM.

Yes, both versions for the JiaYu G4 will have a micro SD card slot located under the rear cover above the battery. Both phones will accept SD cards up to 64GB.

The main chassis of the phone metal. All of the components attach to this metal frame with the plastic body fastened over the top. The rear case is removable to access the battery, SIM cards and SD card.

The 'Youth' model with 1800mAh battery will measure 133 x 65 x 8.2mm. The 'Premium' G4 measures 133 x 65 x 10mm.

Currently engineering models of the JiaYu G4 have been seen with a choice of either a white rear shell or black rear shell. It is also expected that aftermarket shells will be available in alternate colours.

The G4 has gyroscope sensors, built-in electronic compass, light sensors, proximity sensors, GPS, Bluetooth,FM radio receiver and Wi-Fi.

At the time of writing this article you cannot buy the JiaYu G4. Many resellers are offering pre-sales for the phone, however no one has stock.

A launch date hasn't been announced, but we expect the JiaYu G4 to be available for pre-order later this month (March), with phones shipping in April.

If you are based in China and order the phone direct from JiaYu via their webstore the 'Youth' version of the JiaYu G4 will cost 999 Yuan ($160). Pricing for customers outside China buying through a reseller will be higher and you may also need to pay shipping. Pricing for the 'Premium' JiaYu G4 is yet to be confirmed!