Overall Score
24.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#6229)24.7
Performance(#6614)41.6
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#6664)18.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4823)46.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring LG K3
Short Review
- The LG K3 features a compact design with dimensions of 133.8 x 67.7 x 9.4 mm and a weight of 127 grams, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a quad-core processor, either the Mediatek MT6737M or Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210, paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera is 5 MP, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- The battery capacity is 1940 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- It runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, providing basic software functionality.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in black and dark blue colors, but lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the LG K3 is a straightforward device with essential features for basic smartphone use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: K100 (Europe); LS450 (USA)
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6737M - K100Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) - LS450
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-T720MP2Adreno 304
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash - LS450 only
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1940 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1940 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions133.8 x 67.7 x 9.4 mm (5.27 x 2.67 x 0.37 in)
Weight127 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack/Dark BLue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer