LG K40
#3927
Tecno Camon 12
#3697Category Breakdown
LG K40
Tecno Camon 12
Performance
60.362.5
Camera
42.542.5
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
57.358.0
Summary
- The LG K40 features a 5.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Tecno Camon 12 has a larger 6.52-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering a slightly higher pixel density.
- Both devices are powered by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, but the Camon 12 has more RAM at 4GB compared to the K40's maximum of 3GB, potentially enhancing multitasking.
- In terms of cameras, both have a 16 MP rear camera, but the Camon 12 includes additional depth sensors and a higher resolution 16 MP selfie camera, compared to the K40's 8 MP front camera.
- The Camon 12 also boasts a larger 4000 mAh battery versus the K40's 3000 mAh, which may provide better longevity.
- On the software front, the K40 runs Android 8.1, while the Camon 12 operates on Android 9.0, suggesting a more updated software experience.
- Both phones have a similar build quality with glass fronts and plastic backs, but the Camon 12 is slightly heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG K40
Tecno Camon 12
General
Release Date
2019
2019
Announced
2019
2019
Description
Also known as LG K12+, LG K12 Plus, LG X4 (2019)Versions: LMX420EMW
N/A
Display
Size
5.7"
6.52"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
16 MP
Main Camera Details
16 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF
16 MP, PDAF8 MP2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera
8 MP
16 MP
Front Camera Details
8 MP, f/2.0
16 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
4000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
153 x 71.9 x 8.3 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
166 x 75.8 x 8.2 mm (6.54 x 2.98 x 0.32 in)
Weight
144 g
170.7 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, New Moroccan Blue, New Platinum Gray
Dawn Blue, Dark Jade, Sky Cyan
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), LG UX 7
Android 9.0 (Pie), HIOS 5.5
OS Version
Android 8.1 (Oreo), LG UX 7
Android 9.0 (Pie), HIOS 5.5
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes