
Overall Score
55.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5059)55.6
Performance(#4641)60.3
Camera(#7344)42.0
Display(#5148)70.5
Battery(#9005)43.5
Build(#12291)63.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G Pad IV 8.0 FHD
Short Review
- The LG G Pad IV 8.0 FHD features a slim design with dimensions of 216.2 x 127 x 6.9 mm and a weight of 290g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1200 x 1920 pixels, providing a decent pixel density of approximately 283 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset with an octa-core CPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and app usage.
- The tablet includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, along with a 5 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- A 3000 mAh battery powers the device, but it lacks fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, it can be upgraded to Android 8.1 Oreo, offering a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and a microUSB 2.0 port.
- The device does not support 5G or NFC, limiting some modern connectivity features.
- The absence of stereo speakers may affect audio quality, but it retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the LG G Pad IV 8.0 FHD is a straightforward tablet suitable for basic tasks and media consumption.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: V533 (Canada); GPad X2 8.0 Plus V530 (T-Mobile); G Pad F2 8.0 LK460 (Sprint)
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 MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 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
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions216.2 x 127 x 6.9 mm (8.51 x 5.0 x 0.27 in)
Weight290 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDark Brown
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, magnetic connector
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes