LG Q9 The LG Q9 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2019).
2019 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.1" · 153.2 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm (6.03 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Razor-sharp 564 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓ 6.1" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 159g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm) for simple tasks only
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
564 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
IPS LCD, HDR10
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
159g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
153.2 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm (6.03 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Carmine Red, New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the LG Q9 support 5G?› No, the LG Q9 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the LG Q9 have NFC?› Yes, the LG Q9 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the LG Q9 support wireless charging?› No, the LG Q9 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the LG Q9 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
Is the LG Q9 waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The LG Q9 is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810G compliant* *does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions.
Does the LG Q9 have expandable storage?› Yes, the LG Q9 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the LG Q9 support dual SIM?› The LG Q9 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the LG Q9 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the LG Q9 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the LG Q9 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the LG Q9 ship with?› The LG Q9 ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo).
What type of USB port does the LG Q9 use?› The LG Q9 uses USB Type-C 3.1, OTG.
Does the LG Q9 support Wi-Fi 7?› The LG Q9 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
Does the LG Q9 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The LG Q9 has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
