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LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:5 inchesMain camera megapixels:8 MP

LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB)
5.2/10

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

90%

5.0

Technical score

10%

7.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of smartphones
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.1

Camera

15%

4.2

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

3.8

Software

10%

6.3

Connectivity

4%

2.5

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 98%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 86%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.1

Camera

15%

4.2

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

3.8

Software

10%

6.3

Connectivity

4%

2.5

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

5.0
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 60% of models
Popularity:
LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) has a popularity of 6.6 points, which is higher than 60.2% of smartphones.
6.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.7
Brand name
LG
Processor model
MediaTek MT6735
This smartphone uses the MediaTek MT6735 processor model which is slower than processors in 99.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 1 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 99.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Internal storage
8 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 8 GB which is smaller than the storage of 99.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
1.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 1.3 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 6 Marshmallow
Android version
Android 6 Marshmallow
This smartphone runs Android version Android 6 Marshmallow which is older than that found in 99.2% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.6% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is lower than that of 98.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 98.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1280 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1280 px which is lower than that of 98.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
294 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 294 ppi which is lower than that of 77.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
2,125 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 2,125 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 99.5% of smartphones.
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone has 1 microphones, which is fewer than in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the number in 10.4% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
144.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 144.6 mm which is shorter than 98.2% of smartphones.
Width
71.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.5 mm which is narrower than 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.7 mm which is thicker than 69.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Weight
157 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 157 g which is lighter than 97.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,792 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,792 cm³ which is smaller than 91.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 20% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (157 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    157 g vs 196.2 g
  • 19 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (144.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    144.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 2.36x cheaper
    LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 2.36x cheaper
    LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 20% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (157 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    157 g vs 196.2 g
  • 19 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (144.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    144.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 16.4% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81792 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    81,792 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek MT6735 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek MT6735 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 96.9% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 4.67x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (28 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    28 nm vs 6 nm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 10.3% worse value for money
    LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.65 vs 7.3).
    6.65 vs 7.34
  • 8.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    LG K8
    the average smartphone
    LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.37 vs 8.000).
    7.37 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek MT6735 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek MT6735 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 96.9% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4.67x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (28 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    28 nm vs 6 nm
  • 7 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (1 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 8 GB
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 78.6% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 14 GB
  • 45.8% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (1.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x1.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x1.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 6 Marshmallow vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 6 Marshmallow vs Android 14
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks on-device AI
    This smartphone does not support on-device AI, the average smartphone does. 99.3% of smartphones include on-device AI processing.
    Gesture Shot, Flash for Selfie, Quick Capture
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the none AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, so its on-device AI features are more limited.
    none vs fundamental
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • No phase-detection autofocus (PDAF)
    This smartphone does not have phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), the average smartphone does. 97.6% of smartphones use PDAF.
  • No slow-motion recording
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • No manual ISO control
    This smartphone does not allow manual ISO control, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones include manual ISO settings.
  • No manual white balance
    This smartphone does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average smartphone does. 98.5% of smartphones include white balance controls.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.1 vs 5.2
  • Lacks USB Type-C
    This smartphone lacks a USB Type-C port, the average smartphone includes one. 96.9% of smartphones use USB Type-C.
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1280 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1280 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 25.6% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (294 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    294 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Nippon Electric Glass (NEG) vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Nippon Electric Glass (NEG) vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 57.5% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2125 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,125 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 1 fewer microphone/s
    This smartphone has fewer microphones than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 8 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2016 vs 2024). 8.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2016
    2016 vs 2024
  • 0.4 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

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techradar.com
01/03/2018
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expertreviews.co.uk
04/03/2019
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LG K8 review: A discontinued, middling Moto G rival
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heise.de
23/03/2017
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LG K8 (2017) Review: Its Worst Enemy is its Own Big Brother
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areadvd.de
29/12/2016
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inside-digital.de
10/03/2017
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melty.fr
28/06/2017
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20/05/2016
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lesnumeriques.com
06/07/2017
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top-for-phone.fr
10/06/2016
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tuttoandroid.net
08/06/2016
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10/05/2016
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09/11/2016
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01/07/2016
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What we like about LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB)

  • Extremely affordable for those on a budget
  • Lightweight and compact design that is easy to hold one-handed
  • User-friendly interface with large text options, popular among senior users
  • Good build quality and durability for a plastic-bodied budget phone
  • Removable battery allows for easy replacement or swapping
  • Decent daylight photography with good color reproduction

What we don't like about LG K8 (1.5GB + 8GB)

  • Limited internal storage (8GB/16GB) quickly fills up with apps
  • Poor battery life, especially during gaming or intensive use
  • Noticeable performance lag and slow app loading times due to low RAM
  • Weak camera performance in low-light conditions, resulting in grainy images
  • Screen can be difficult to read in direct sunlight
  • Frequent connectivity issues reported with Wi-Fi and SIM card recognition

Verdict

The LG K8 (1GB + 8GB variant) is a compact, entry-level smartphone designed for basic communication and light use. Key characteristics include its 5.0-inch HD display and a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor powering the Android operating system. A main pro is its lightweight, ergonomic design and the inclusion of decent 8MP rear and 5MP front cameras for casual photos. However, significant cons involve its severely limited specifications, specifically the minimal 1GB of RAM which hinders multitasking, and a very restrictive 8GB of internal storage, necessitating immediate use of external microSD storage for most users.

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