
Overall Score
57.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4082)57.2
Performance(#9526)54.3
Camera(#5944)42.1
Display(#5139)70.5
Battery(#1378)61.5
Build(#7282)70.8
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details8 MP, 1/4.0", AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm (5.27 x 2.70 x 0.36 in)
Weight139 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes