LG Candy
#5168
LG K30 (2019)
#5165Category Breakdown
LG Candy
LG K30 (2019)
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.142.1
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
55.455.4
Summary
- The LG Candy features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the LG K30 (2019) has a slightly larger 5.45-inch IPS LCD with a higher resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing a better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the K30 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset and a slightly faster CPU at 1.4 GHz compared to the Candy's 1.3 GHz.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the K30 offers a wider aperture of f/2.0 for improved low-light performance.
- The K30 also has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the Candy's 2500 mAh.
- Both phones run different versions of Android, with the Candy on Android 7.1.2 and the K30 on Android 9.0, indicating a more updated software experience for the latter.
- Both devices share similar build materials and connectivity options, but the K30 includes Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC capabilities, enhancing its connectivity features.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Candy
LG K30 (2019)
General
Release Date
2018
2019
Announced
2018
2019
Description
For India
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5.45"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
N/A
Adreno 308
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC
microSDHC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP
5 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2500 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
146.3 x 73.2 x 8.2 mm (5.76 x 2.88 x 0.32 in)
146.9 x 71.5 x 8.5 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
Weight
152 g
148 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Gold, Blue, Silver
New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)
Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS Version
Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes