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Pantech Vega R3 IM#5690

Released: 2012

Pantech Vega R3 IM

Overall Score

54.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5690)54.6
Performance(#7605)54.3
Camera(#3943)42.4
Display(#3977)70.5
Battery(#5840)43.5
Build(#4470)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Pantech Vega R3 IM

Short Review

  • The Pantech Vega R3 IM features a solid build with dimensions of 144.7 x 74.3 x 10 mm and a weight of 168.5g, available in black and white.
  • Its 5.3-inch Natural IPS Pro LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 277 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset with a quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU and Adreno 320 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the front camera is a basic 2 MP.
  • The 2600 mAh battery provides moderate longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 4.0.4, it is upgradable to 4.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC support.
  • Notably, it does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
  • The phone also features a microUSB 2.0 port for data transfer and charging.
  • Overall, the Pantech Vega R3 IM is a capable device for its time, with essential features and solid performance.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionFor South Korea

Display

Size5.3"
TypeNatural IPS Pro LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~277 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions144.7 x 74.3 x 10 mm (5.70 x 2.93 x 0.39 in)
Weight168.5 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, EV-DO Rev. A
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes