Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6151)54.5
Performance(#9711)54.3
Camera(#5977)42.1
Display(#5224)70.5
Battery(#9306)43.5
Build(#7586)70.8
Comparisons Featuring LG Optimus G E970
Short Review
- The LG Optimus G E970 features a sleek design with dimensions of 130.8 x 71.6 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 147.1g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 4.7-inch True HD-IPS + LCD display offers a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels, delivering decent clarity at approximately 318 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset and a quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU, the performance is adequate for everyday tasks.
- The Adreno 320 GPU supports smooth graphics rendering, while 2GB of RAM ensures decent multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera captures images at 8 MP with autofocus and can record video at 1080p@30fps, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
- A 1.3 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The 2100 mAh battery provides moderate endurance but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), it can be upgraded to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- Overall, the LG Optimus G E970 combines solid specifications for its time, making it a reliable device.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionFor AT&T
Display
Size4.7"
TypeTrue HD-IPS + LCD
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
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, 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 DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions130.8 x 71.6 x 8.4 mm (5.15 x 2.82 x 0.33 in)
Weight147.1 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, S-GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes