LG L40 Dual D170 The LG L40 Dual D170 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8210/MSM8610 Snapdragon 200 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 3.5" · 109.4 x 59 x 11.9 mm (4.31 x 2.32 x 0.47 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8210/MSM8610 Snapdragon 200 (28 nm)
RAM 512MB
Storage 4GB
Main Camera 15 MP
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✓︎ Pros
✓ 512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓ 3.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 113.4g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 1,540 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Qualcomm MSM8210/MSM8610 Snapdragon 200 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗ Lower-resolution 165 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking Media consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, February. Released 2014, May
Also Known As
Also known as LG L40 Dual SIM D170
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8210/MSM8610 Snapdragon 200 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), LG UI 3
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
165 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
15 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,540 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1700/1540 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
113.4g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
109.4 x 59 x 11.9 mm (4.31 x 2.32 x 0.47 in)
SIM
Single SIM (Mini-SIM) or Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 support 5G?› No, the LG L40 Dual D170 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 have NFC?› No, the LG L40 Dual D170 does not have NFC.
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 have expandable storage?› Yes, the LG L40 Dual D170 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 support dual SIM?› Yes, the LG L40 Dual D170 supports dual SIM (Single SIM (Mini-SIM) or Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the LG L40 Dual D170 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the LG L40 Dual D170 ship with?› The LG L40 Dual D170 ships with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), LG UI 3.
What type of USB port does the LG L40 Dual D170 use?› The LG L40 Dual D170 uses microUSB.
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 support Wi-Fi 7?› The LG L40 Dual D170 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
Does the LG L40 Dual D170 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The LG L40 Dual D170 has 4.0, A2DP.
