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LG Nexus 4 E960#4143

Released: 2012

LG Nexus 4 E960

Overall Score

35.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4143)35.9
Performance(#5268)52.0
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2666)75.0
Battery(#539)80.5
Build(#3383)16.1
Connectivity(#4593)47.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring LG Nexus 4 E960

Short Review

  • The LG Nexus 4 E960 features a sleek design with dimensions of 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm and a weight of 139g, available in black and white.
  • Its 4.7-inch True HD IPS Plus display offers a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 318 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU, and an Adreno 320 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is 1.3 MP.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2100 mAh, with wireless charging support but no fast charging.
  • The device runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop), providing a smooth user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, and microUSB 2.0.
  • Notably, it lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Nexus 4 combines solid performance, a decent camera, and a vibrant display in a compact design.
  • Special features include wireless charging and NFC capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso known as LG Nexus 4, LG Mako

Display

Size4.7"
TypeTrue HD IPS Plus
Resolution768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density)
PPI768
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, 1/4.0", AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm (5.27 x 2.70 x 0.36 in)
Weight139 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SAR0.55 W/kg (head)     1.27 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort)
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer