Overall Score
55.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5108)55.5
Performance(#9438)54.3
Camera(#4432)42.4
Display(#5111)70.5
Battery(#8836)43.5
Build(#523)79.8
Comparisons Featuring LG K8 (2017)
Short Review
- The LG K8 (2017) features a compact design with dimensions of 144.5 x 72.1 x 8 mm and a weight of 144g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back and frame.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 293 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset with a quad-core CPU, paired with 1.5GB of RAM, which is suitable for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2500mAh, which supports standard usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Silver, Titan, Gold, and Dark Blue.
- Overall, the LG K8 (2017) is a basic smartphone that covers essential features without any standout capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: M200N (Europe); X240 (Russia); US215 (US Cellular)
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~293 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308Mali-T720MP2
Memory16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.4, 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144.5 x 72.1 x 8 mm (5.69 x 2.84 x 0.31 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSilver, Titan, Gold, Dark Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-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, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes