Overall Score
15.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#8418)15.2
Performance(#9185)24.2
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#9050)26.3
Battery(#9388)9.1
Build(#2986)16.8
Connectivity(#9237)11.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring LG GW520
Short Review
- The LG GW520, released in 2009, features a compact design with dimensions of 106.5 x 53 x 15.9 mm and a weight of 125.5g, available in multiple color options.
- Its 2.8-inch TFT resistive touchscreen offers a resolution of 240 x 400 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 167 ppi.
- Performance is modest with 40MB of internal storage and 40GB of RAM, though specific chipset and CPU details are not provided.
- The rear camera has a resolution of 3.15 MP, capable of capturing video, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 950 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Software details are unspecified, and the device does not support WiFi or 5G connectivity.
- Bluetooth 2.0 is included for wireless connections, while the absence of a headphone jack may limit audio options.
- The phone does not feature HDR support, and stereo speakers are also not present.
- Overall, the LG GW520 offers basic functionality with a focus on simplicity and portability.
Specifications
General
Release Date2009
Announced2009
DescriptionAlso known as:LG GW520 Cookie 3G, LG GW525LG GW520 InTouch Plus, LG Calisto
Display
Size2.8"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory40MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
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
Dimensions106.5 x 53 x 15.9 mm (4.19 x 2.09 x 0.63 in)
Weight125.5 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlue on Black, Red on Black, Silver, Pearl White
Foldable✗
SAR0.49 W/kg (head) 0.76 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer