Overall Score
40.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#3489)40.6
Performance(#3967)62.6
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#2124)64.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring LG K40
Short Review
- The LG K40 features a compact design with dimensions of 153 x 71.9 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 144g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 282 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, the phone includes an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU and a PowerVR GE8320 GPU, with options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.1 with LG UX 7, the software experience is straightforward but lacks the latest updates.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in Black, New Moroccan Blue, and New Platinum Gray.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the LG K40 offers basic features suitable for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso known as LG K12+, LG K12 Plus, LG X4 (2019)Versions: LMX420EMW
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153 x 71.9 x 8.3 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, New Moroccan Blue, New Platinum Gray
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), LG UX 7
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass