
Overall Score
56.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4845)56.3
Performance(#4169)60.3
Camera(#6645)42.0
Display(#3598)70.5
Battery(#5014)43.5
Build(#3688)70.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G Pad III 8.0 FHD
Short Review
- The LG G Pad III 8.0 FHD features a sleek design with compact dimensions of 210.7 x 124.1 x 7.9 mm and a lightweight build.
- Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1200 x 1920 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 283 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 chipset, coupled with an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, which handles basic tasks adequately.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and a 5 MP front camera for selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 4800 mAh capacity, although it lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, with the option to upgrade to Nougat, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, but it retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the G Pad III is a functional tablet with essential features for everyday use.
- Its dark blue color adds a subtle aesthetic appeal.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as LG V522
Display
Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~283 ppi density)
PPI1200
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4800 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions210.7 x 124.1 x 7.9 mm (8.30 x 4.89 x 0.31 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDark Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes