LG K30 (2019)
#5165
Nokia 3
#5175Category Breakdown
LG K30 (2019)
Nokia 3
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 K30 (2019) features a slightly larger 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Nokia 3 has a 5.0-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, both offering similar pixel densities.
- In terms of performance, both devices are powered by quad-core processors, but the LG uses a Snapdragon 425, whereas the Nokia is equipped with a Mediatek MT6737.
- The camera specifications are comparable, with both having an 8 MP rear camera, but the LG K30 supports 1080p video recording, while the Nokia 3 is limited to 720p.
- The LG K30 has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the Nokia's 2630 mAh, which may provide better longevity.
- Build quality differs slightly, as the LG has a plastic frame with a glass front, while the Nokia features an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass 3 for added durability.
- Finally, the LG K30 runs Android 9.0 out of the box, while the Nokia 3 originally launched with Android 7.0 but is upgradable to Android 9.0.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG K30 (2019)
Nokia 3
General
Release Date
2019
2017, June 17
Announced
2019
2017, February 24
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5.45"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 308
Mali-T720MP1
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
8 MP, f/2.0, 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera
5 MP
8 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2630 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2630 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
146.9 x 71.5 x 8.5 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
143.4 x 71.4 x 8.5 mm (5.65 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
Weight
148 g
140 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Silver White, Matte Black, Tempered Blue, Copper White
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS Version
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes