Overall Score
52.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8624)52.3
Performance(#12150)51.3
Camera(#7343)42.0
Display(#7741)64.3
Battery(#9000)43.5
Build(#7306)70.8
Comparisons Featuring LG Connect 4G MS840
Short Review
- The LG Connect 4G MS840 features a compact design with dimensions of 117 x 62 x 11.7 mm and a weight of 137 grams, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 840 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 242 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8660 Snapdragon S3 chipset, with a dual-core 1.2 GHz CPU and 4GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of 720p video recording, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- Battery life is supported by a 1540 mAh capacity, which may require frequent charging due to its limited size.
- The device runs on Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread), which is outdated compared to current software standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone has a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, with no wireless charging capabilities.
- Overall, the LG Connect 4G MS840 is a basic smartphone that meets essential communication needs but lacks modern features and performance.
- Its design and build quality are functional, but the specifications reflect its 2012 release.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionFor MetroPCS
Display
Size4"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution480 x 840 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~242 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8660 Snapdragon S3
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
Memory4GB (1.9GB user available), 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1540 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1540 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions117 x 62 x 11.7 mm (4.61 x 2.44 x 0.46 in)
Weight137 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes