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LG U8380#8348

Released: 2005

LG U8380

Overall Score

15.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8348)15.4
Performance(#9596)20.4
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#8442)31.4
Battery(#11323)1.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#8781)14.9
Audio(#115)87.6

Comparisons Featuring LG U8380

Short Review

  • The LG U8380, released in 2005, features a compact design with dimensions of 95.7 x 49.5 x 23.7 mm and a weight of 130g, making it portable.
  • Its 2.2-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, providing basic visual clarity.
  • Performance is limited with 23MB of internal storage and 23GB of RAM, which is unusual for a phone of its time.
  • The camera is modest, offering a 1.3 MP rear sensor without optical image stabilization, and lacks a front-facing camera.
  • Battery specifications are not provided, indicating a likely standard capacity for the era, but it does not support wireless charging.
  • The software environment is unspecified, but the device includes stereo speakers for audio output.
  • Connectivity options include Bluetooth, while it lacks WiFi, NFC, and 5G support.
  • The phone uses a proprietary USB connection, limiting compatibility with standard accessories.
  • The build quality is standard for its time, with no water resistance mentioned, and it is available in a blue color.
  • Overall, the LG U8380 is a basic feature phone with essential functionalities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2005
Announced2005
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size2.2"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory23MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSD (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA videocall camera
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

CapacityN/A
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions95.7 x 49.5 x 23.7 mm (3.77 x 1.95 x 0.93 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlue
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS
Network SpeedYes, 384 kbps
5G
4G
WiFiNo
BluetoothYes
NFC
USBProprietary
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A