Category Breakdown
LG K40
vivo Z1 Lite
Performance
62.665.4
Camera
27.919.1
Display
56.558.9
Battery
24.225.9
Build
67.967.9
Connectivity
64.557.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
40.639.0
Summary
- The LG K40 features a 5.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the vivo Z1 Lite has a larger 6.26-inch IPS LCD with a higher resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the K40 is powered by a Mediatek Helio P22 chipset, whereas the Z1 Lite utilizes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 626, offering slightly better processing capabilities.
- Both phones have a 16 MP rear camera, but the Z1 Lite includes an additional 2 MP depth sensor, enhancing its photography versatility.
- The K40 has a 3000 mAh battery, while the Z1 Lite offers a slightly larger 3260 mAh battery.
- Both devices run on Android 8.1 but with different skins: LG UX 7 for the K40 and Funtouch 4 for the Z1 Lite.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring glass fronts and plastic backs, but the Z1 Lite is slightly slimmer and heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG K40
vivo Z1 Lite
General
Release Date
2019
2018
Announced
2019
2018
Description
Also known as LG K12+, LG K12 Plus, LG X4 (2019)Versions: LMX420EMW
N/A
Display
Size
5.7"
6.26"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI
720
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8953-Pro Snapdragon 626 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Adreno 506
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC
Camera
Main Camera
16 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF
16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.0
16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
3260 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3260 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
153 x 71.9 x 8.3 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
154.8 x 75 x 7.9 mm (6.09 x 2.95 x 0.31 in)
Weight
144 g
149 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, New Moroccan Blue, New Platinum Gray
Black, Red, Aurora
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 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, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), LG UX 7
Android 8.1 (Oreo), Funtouch 4
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

