
Overall Score
54.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5487)54.7
Performance(#5825)57.3
Camera(#7391)42.0
Display(#6925)67.3
Battery(#9221)43.5
Build(#7508)70.8
Comparisons Featuring LG Optimus Black (White version)
Short Review
- The LG Optimus Black (White version) features a sleek design with dimensions of 122 x 64 x 9.2 mm and a lightweight build at 109 grams.
- Its 4.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a TI OMAP 3630 chipset, a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 CPU, and 2GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is a 5 MP unit capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while a 2 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 1500 mAh capacity, but it lacks fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 2.2, upgradable to 4.0, offering a basic user experience with limited software features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers, but it does have a headphone jack.
- Overall, the LG Optimus Black combines a simple design with essential features, making it suitable for basic smartphone users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetTI OMAP 3630
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX530
Memory2GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions122 x 64 x 9.2 mm (4.80 x 2.52 x 0.36 in)
Weight109 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
OS VersionAndroid 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes