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LG Optimus G LS970#4942

Released: 2012

LG Optimus G LS970

Overall Score

30.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4942)30.2
Performance(#4020)61.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3099)68.4
Battery(#6027)20.0
Build(#3789)15.3
Connectivity(#2785)59.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring LG Optimus G LS970

Short Review

  • The LG Optimus G LS970 features a sleek design with dimensions of 131.9 x 68.9 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 144.9g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 4.7-inch True HD-IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 318 ppi.
  • Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset and an Adreno 320 GPU, the phone delivers solid performance with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a 1.3 MP unit.
  • The 2100 mAh battery provides adequate power for daily use but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), the software experience is somewhat dated.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The device does not feature water resistance and is available in black.
  • Overall, the LG Optimus G LS970 combines a stylish design with decent specifications for its time.
  • Special features include support for MHL TV-out via microUSB.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionFor SprintAlso known as LG Eclipse 4G LTE

Display

Size4.7"
TypeTrue HD-IPS + LCD
Resolution768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density)
PPI768
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon S4
CPUQualcomm APQ8064
GPUAdreno 320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, 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 DetailsNon-removable Li-Po 2100 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions131.9 x 68.9 x 8.5 mm (5.19 x 2.71 x 0.33 in)
Weight144.9 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SAR1.26 W/kg (head)     1.27 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE, HSPA
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, A-GPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass