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LG G2 mini
LG G2 mini
LG G2 mini
LG G2 mini
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6.4/10
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The LG G2 mini currently has an Informr score of 6.4 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 5 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.2 GHz
4.7"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4.7"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
2440 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Brighthand
Brighthand

The LG G2 Mini is among the biggest compact versions of a flagship on the market today. On paper, its specs have been reduced in every aspect compared to the bigger LG G2, and its display is neither as sharp nor as rich thanks to its lowered resolution. On the other hand, it provides satisfying perf...

- Dragan Petric, Brighthand
TechRadar
TechRadar

The LG G2 Mini is a fine example of a mid or low-end smartphone and shows just how far we have come in the last year. All manufacturers have benefited from having much better components available to them this year but LG has done a fine job packaging them up into the G2 Mini.The size and shape of th...

- James Norton, TechRadar
Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor

The G2 mini is almost exactly what you'd expect it to be. A smaller of the flagship G2 but the build quality and specs take a serious dive. The saving grace is a decent camera but it's worth paying the extra for the now heavily reduced G2. If your budget won't stretch, check out the Sony Xperia M2.

- Chris Martin, Tech Advisor
Digital Versus
Digital Versus

The G2 Mini isn't simply an LG G2 in a smaller body. It has the look, a number of the same special features and the same good battery life, but it also has low resolution, poor sound quality during calls and ultimately too high a price given its performance. The "real" G2 offers a much better experi...

- Romain Thuret, Florence Legrand, Digital Versus
Cnet
Cnet

Although it bears the G2 name and keeps certain design features like the rear-mounted volume and power buttons and narrow bezel, the LG G2 Mini is in every respect a heavily watered down version of its pricier sibling. The display has a disappointingly low resolution, its processor doesn't put up mu...

- Andrew Hoyle, Cnet


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LG backs up the G2 mini with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
4.7"

The LG G2 mini's screen size is 4.7 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1.2 GHz

There is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 Quad core 1.2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 1+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
8 GB

Internal memory is 8 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
2440mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 2440 mAh battery. LG's performance ratings are 27.1 days standby time, 1091 minutes, 662 minutes Wi-Fi surfing.

G2 mini Specs

Overview
Release Date April 7, 2014
Regions Available United Kingdom
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 Quad core 1.2 GHz
Internal Storage 8 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.467 W/kg
Body: 0.403 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Micro-SIM
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared Yes
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Geotagging, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, HDR, Time catch shot, Voice activation
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density 234 pixels
Size 4.7 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 2440 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Up to 623 minutes
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 662 minutes
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 1091 minutes
Standby Time Up to 27.1 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Titan Black, Lunar White, Red, Gold
Dimensions [H x W x D] 13.0 x 6.6 x 1.0 cm (5.1 x 2.6 x 0.4 in)
Weight 121 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA): LG D620

Also available in a dual-SIM model.
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