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LG GT550 Encore#10893

Released: 2010

LG GT550 Encore

Overall Score

8.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#10893)8.6
Performance(#10705)5.3
Camera(#10079)10.6
Display(#9050)26.3
Battery(#9388)9.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#8463)18.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring LG GT550 Encore

Short Review

  • The LG GT550 Encore features a compact design with dimensions of 106 x 53.3 x 12 mm and a weight of 104.9g, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 3.0-inch TFT resistive touchscreen displays 256K colors at a resolution of 240 x 400 pixels, providing a basic visual experience with a pixel density of approximately 155 ppi.
  • Performance is limited, as it lacks a dedicated chipset, CPU, or RAM, resulting in basic functionality for everyday tasks.
  • The rear camera offers a 3.15 MP resolution but lacks optical image stabilization and records video at 320p, which may not meet modern standards.
  • The battery capacity is 950 mAh, supporting minimal usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • The software experience is unspecified, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Connectivity options are limited to Bluetooth 2.1 and microUSB 2.0, with no WiFi or NFC support.
  • The device does not support 5G and lacks advanced features like HDR.
  • Overall, the LG GT550 Encore is a straightforward phone with essential features suitable for basic communication.

Specifications

General

Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionFor AT&T

Display

Size3"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~155 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording320p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity950 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 950 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions106 x 53.3 x 12 mm (4.17 x 2.10 x 0.47 in)
Weight104.9 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningA-GPS only

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A