Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7208)53.8
Performance(#7204)54.3
Camera(#6656)42.0
Display(#3614)70.5
Battery(#5070)43.5
Build(#11953)63.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G Pad 8.0 LTE
Short Review
- The LG G Pad 8.0 LTE features a compact design with dimensions of 210.8 x 124.2 x 10 mm and a weight of 344g, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 800 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 188 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is a 5 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is a basic 1.3 MP.
- The device is powered by a 4200 mAh battery, which does not support fast charging or wireless charging.
- It runs on Android 4.4.2 KitKat, with an upgrade option to 5.0.2 Lollipop, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks NFC and 5G support.
- The tablet is available in multiple colors, including Black, White, Luminous Orange, and Luminous Blue.
- Overall, the LG G Pad 8.0 LTE is a functional device with basic features suitable for casual use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as LG V490, LG G Pad 8.0 4G
Display
Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~188 ppi density)
PPI800
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4200 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions210.8 x 124.2 x 10 mm (8.30 x 4.89 x 0.39 in)
Weight344 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Luminous Orange, Luminous Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.0, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes