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LG K20 (2019)#5444

Released: 2019

LG K20 (2019)

Overall Score

54.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5444)54.8
Performance(#9489)54.3
Camera(#5937)42.1
Display(#6905)67.3
Battery(#8922)43.5
Build(#530)79.8

Comparisons Featuring LG K20 (2019)

Short Review

  • The LG K20 (2019) features a compact design with dimensions of 148.6 x 71.9 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 152g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 5.45-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 197 ppi, with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6739 chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is an 8 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
  • The battery capacity is 3000mAh, providing adequate power for daily use without fast charging or wireless options.
  • Running on Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition), the software is optimized for lower-end hardware, offering essential features without bloat.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, though it lacks 5G support and NFC.
  • The phone is available in New Aurora Black and New Moroccan Blue colors.
  • Notably, it includes a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern devices.
  • Overall, the LG K20 (2019) is a straightforward device aimed at users seeking basic functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso known as LG K8+

Display

Size5.45"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 960 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~197 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6739 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8100
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
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

Dimensions148.6 x 71.9 x 8.3 mm (5.85 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
Weight152 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNew Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 Pie (Go edition)
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 Pie (Go edition)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes