Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7089)53.8
Performance(#9498)54.3
Camera(#7331)42.0
Display(#6907)67.3
Battery(#8935)43.5
Build(#7244)70.8
Comparisons Featuring LG K3 (2017)
Short Review
- The LG K3 (2017) features a compact design with dimensions of 133.9 x 69.8 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 132 grams, making it easy to handle.
- It sports a 4.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 chipset, a quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front-facing camera is a 2 MP unit.
- The battery capacity is 2100 mAh, providing moderate usage time without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), the software experience is relatively dated but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, though it lacks NFC and 5G support.
- The device does not feature water resistance and is available only in black.
- Overall, the LG K3 (2017) is a basic smartphone suitable for essential functions without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: US110 (US Cellular)
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 304
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions133.9 x 69.8 x 9.5 mm (5.27 x 2.75 x 0.37 in)
Weight132 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
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, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes