LG G3 (CDMA)
The LG G3 (CDMA) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8975AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Razor-sharp 538 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 149.7g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8975AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8975AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
538 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
True HD-IPS + LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Weight
149.7g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.3 x 74.7 x 8.9 mm (5.76 x 2.94 x 0.35 in)
USB
microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort), OTG
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors
Metallic Black, Silk White (Verizon), Shine Gold (Sprint)
