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LG K8 (2018)

Name: LG K8 (2018)
Brand: LG

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)

Overall

C+

Performance

Display

C+

Battery

Camera

Software

C+

ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.

⚡ Quick Specs

Size5" · 146.3 x 73.2 x 8.2 mm (5.76 x 2.88 x 0.32 in)

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm) - Global Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - USA

RAM2GB

Storage16GB | 32GB

⚖️ Compare With

✓︎ 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

ℹ️ Overview

Status

Discontinued

Announced

2018, February. Released 2018, June

Also Known As

Also known as LG K9

⚙️ 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

GPU

Adreno 304 Adreno 308

Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)

RAM

2GB

Apps may reload frequently

Storage

16GB | 32GB

Memory Card

microSDHC

💻 Display

Size

Resolution

720×1280

Sharpness

294 ppi

Adequate sharpness for daily use

Panel

S-IPS LCD

IPS: accurate colours, good brightness

Protection

Corning Gorilla Glass 3

📷 Camera

Main Video

720p@30fps (Global), 1080p@30fps (USA)

Main Camera Features

LED flash, HDR

🔋 Battery

Capacity

2,500 mAh

May need midday charging with heavy use

Type

Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable

📱 Design & Build

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)

Build

Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame

SIM

· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Colors

Aurora Black, Moroccan Blue, Terra Gold

Sensors

Accelerometer, proximity

📶 Network

Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE

Speed

HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps

2G Bands

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G Bands

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100

📡 Connectivity

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct

Bluetooth

4.2, A2DP, LE

NFC

GPS

GPS, GLONASS

USB

microUSB 2.0, OTG

🔊 Sound

3.5mm Jack

Yes

Loudspeaker

Yes

Radio

FM radio

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

No, the LG K8 (2018) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.

No, the LG K8 (2018) does not have NFC.

Yes, the LG K8 (2018) supports microSDHC expandable storage.

The LG K8 (2018) SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.

Yes, the LG K8 (2018) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Speaker setup: Yes.

The LG K8 (2018) ships with Android 7.1.2 (Nougat).

The LG K8 (2018) uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.

The LG K8 (2018) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.

The LG K8 (2018) has 4.2, A2DP, LE.

LG K8 (2018)

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