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LG Optimus Z#8446

Released: 2010

LG Optimus Z

Overall Score

15.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8446)15.1
Performance(#8396)29.2
Camera(#9210)14.1
Display(#7097)39.1
Battery(#8051)13.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7931)24.2
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The LG Optimus Z features a compact design with dimensions of 117.9 x 56.9 x 11 mm and a weight of 135g, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 3.5-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 640 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 229 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1 chipset with a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU and Adreno 200 GPU, but it has no RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, while there is no front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity is 1350 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • Running on Android 2.1 (Eclair) and upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo), the software experience is basic by modern standards.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth 2.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in black, white, and pink colors, but lacks water resistance.
  • Overall, the LG Optimus Z is a straightforward device with essential features suited for basic use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionFor South KoreaAlso known as LG KU9500, LG SU950

Display

Size3.5"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution480 x 640 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~229 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 200
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1350 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1350 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions117.9 x 56.9 x 11 mm (4.64 x 2.24 x 0.43 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Pink
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g, DLNA, hotspot (Android 2.2)
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass