Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7241)53.8
Performance(#9550)54.3
Camera(#7347)42.0
Display(#5154)70.5
Battery(#9028)43.5
Build(#12292)63.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G Pad 8.3
Short Review
- The LG G Pad 8.3 features a sleek design with dimensions of 216.8 x 126.5 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 338g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 8.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1200 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp image quality at approximately 273 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 chipset and a quad-core 1.7 GHz CPU, it delivers solid performance for everyday tasks, complemented by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is 1.3 MP.
- The 4600 mAh battery supports extended usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running Android 4.2.2, it can be upgraded to 5.0, offering a user-friendly interface with access to various apps.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device features stereo speakers and a headphone jack for enhanced audio experiences.
- Overall, the LG G Pad 8.3 combines a solid build with decent performance and display quality, making it a reliable tablet for casual use.
- Special features include its lightweight design and the ability to upgrade its software.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as LG G Pad 8.3 V500
Display
Size8.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~273 ppi density)
PPI1200
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Pro Snapdragon 600
CPUQuad-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300
GPUAdreno 320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (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
Capacity4600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4600 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions216.8 x 126.5 x 8.3 mm (8.54 x 4.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight338 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNo
NetworkNo cellular connectivity
Network SpeedNo
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes