LG K8 (2018)
The LG K8 (2018) is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) - Global Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - USA, built for basic everyday tasks (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 152g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,500 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) - Global Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - USA for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) - Global Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - USA
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
S-IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Video
720p@30fps (Global), 1080p@30fps (USA)
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,500 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Weight
152g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.3 x 73.2 x 8.2 mm (5.76 x 2.88 x 0.32 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Aurora Black, Moroccan Blue, Terra Gold
