LG K30 (2019)
The LG K30 (2019) is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2019).
2019 · Lower-mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.45" · 146.9 x 71.5 x 8.5 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
RAM2GB
Storage16GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.45" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 148g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
295 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
148g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.9 x 71.5 x 8.5 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the LG K30 (2019) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the LG K30 (2019) has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the LG K30 (2019) supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The LG K30 (2019) SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the LG K30 (2019) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The LG K30 (2019) ships with Android 9.0 (Pie).
The LG K30 (2019) uses microUSB 2.0.
The LG K30 (2019) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The LG K30 (2019) has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
