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LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£880RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8.9 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 2 T20

LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 17 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

35%

4.9

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

4.9

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 90% of tablets
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

▼Worse than 99%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

22%

3.7

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

5.7

Camera

14%

4.5

Battery

12%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

5.3

Software

5%

4.8

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

▼Worse than 90%
4.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models

4.9

Mark 7.2 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.0

Average grade

20%

8.2

Popularity

Grades by review (17)
11 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 93%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £880
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB)

Based on 11 · 6

Reviewers praise the solid build and 3D video, but find it overpriced, with weak 3D viewing and split opinions on the screen.
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Criticised
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Technical Specifications of tablet LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

22%

3.7

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

5.7

Camera

14%

4.5

Battery

12%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

5.3

Software

5%

4.8

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

4.9
Reviews score
4.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

5.9
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 2 T20
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 2 T20, which is less advanced than 70.5% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×768
This tablet has a 1280×768 screen, which is less sharp than 89.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
168 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 168 ppi, which is lower than 81.7% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Tempered Glass, which is less durable than 78% of tablets and the same as 19.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,400 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 52% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
9.4 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9.4 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
497 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 497 g, which is heavier than 52% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
3
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 3 speakers, which is more than in 70.6% of tablets and equal to the number in 0.2% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 1 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (3 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 50 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (150 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    150 mm vs 200 mm
  • 23.9 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (151.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    151.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (3 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    3 vs 2
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.2 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (17)
    11 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.2 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (17)
    11 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • 3.38x more expensive
    LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£880 vs £260).
    £880 vs £260
  • 28.4% worse value for money
    LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (5.88 vs 7.6).
    5.88 vs 7.55
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 2.86x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 1,533 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 82.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (2.7 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    2.66 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 59.1% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (266 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    266 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 8 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2011 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    March 2011
    2011 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×768 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×768 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 24% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (168 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    168 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (811:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    811:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 1.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 12 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (389 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    389 nits vs 401 nits
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1080x24 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1080x24 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • 0.6 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9.4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9.4 hours vs 10 hours
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
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    LG Optimus Pad 4G
    the average tablet
    LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 4.8 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (12.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    12.8 mm vs 8 mm
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

4.0
Tablet-News.com
≈ estimated
04/08/2011
Hands-on review · design, apps and camera tests
Verdict
LG Optimus Pad 4G is an average tablet that did not impress, so it is not recommended despite its 3D camera.
4.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
10/06/2011
Hands-on review · build, screen, apps and performance
Verdict
LG Optimus Pad 4G is a functional tablet, but it is too thick and heavy, has few apps and is too expensive.
8.0
mobileburn
≈ estimated
18/04/2011
Full review · 3D video, apps and performance tests
Verdict
LG Optimus Pad 4G is a very nice Honeycomb tablet, but app stability and the 3D feature hold it back.
5.0
Steve “Chippy” Paine
≈ estimated
16/06/2011
First look · size, weight and ports
Verdict
LG Optimus Pad 4G is mostly a 3D gimmick at its price, and it might be worth a look if it gets cheaper.
8.0
SourceForge
≈ estimated
14/02/2011
First look · hands-on at a trade show
Verdict
LG Optimus Pad 4G's Honeycomb interface looks good, with clear gains over earlier Android.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.5
mobilesyrup.com
✓ explicit
02/06/2011
Review · Carrier Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a sturdy Honeycomb tablet with a strong screen and 3G, but it stutters at times and its keyboard feels cramped.
9.0
techspot.com
≈ estimated
19/04/2011
Review · 8.9-inch 3D tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a comfortable, well-built 8.9-inch tablet with 3D video recording, though few tablet-ready apps and a high contract cost are its main drawbacks.
6.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
19/04/2011
Review · 3D video tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a quick, capable Honeycomb tablet whose 3D video recording is its main draw, but it is heavy, plasticky and too expensive.
6.0
alphr.com
≈ estimated
17/08/2011
Review · 8.9-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a solid, fast 8.9-inch Android tablet, but its thickness and high price make the Galaxy Tab 10.1 a better buy.
8.6
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
24/08/2011
Review · 3D camera tablet
Verdict
The LG V900 Optimus Pad suits people who want a comfortable 8.9-inch Android tablet with 3D recording, though slow USB transfers and weak photos hold it back.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
05/08/2011
Hands-on review · 3D recording tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad has rare 3D video recording and a light 8.9-inch body, but weak 3D playback and a high price hold it back.
8.0
android-user.de
✓ explicit
08/02/2024
Test · Honeycomb 3D camera tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a solid tablet whose 3D camera is its main selling point, but it is heavy and pricier than Acer, Asus or Samsung rivals.
5.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
26/07/2011
Review · Dual-camera 3D tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a fast, solid tablet whose 3D video is its only real selling point, but its glossy screen and very high price hold it back.
7.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
20/07/2011
Hands-on review · 8.9-inch tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a comfortable 8.9-inch tablet with a bright screen and long battery life, but its tiny buttons and proprietary charger are annoying.
5.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
21/07/2011
Hands-on review · Clean Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad is a clean Honeycomb tablet with good photos, but its 3D needs an external TV and it is locked to Vodafone at a high price.
6.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
05/07/2011
Review · Tegra 2 3D tablet
Verdict
The LG Optimus Pad has a good screen and about two days of battery, but few tablet apps and a high price hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB)

  • The 8.9-inch 15:9 aspect ratio display is excellent for movie watching and high-definition video playback.
  • Solid build quality with a comfortable, soft-touch back that provides a good grip.
  • Text legibility is high due to the sharp 1280 x 768 resolution, which aids in browsing and reading.
  • Features unique 3D video recording capabilities using dual 5-megapixel rear cameras.
  • The 8.9-inch form factor is often considered a 'sweet spot' between smaller 7-inch and larger 10-inch tablets for portability.
  • Equipped with 32GB of internal storage, which was substantial for its release period.
  • Includes a mini HDMI port for easy connection to external displays.

What customers don't like about LG Optimus Pad 4G (1GB + 32GB)

  • Staggeringly high launch price compared to competitors like the iPad 2 and Motorola Xoom.
  • The device is notably thick and heavy (630g), making it tiresome to hold for long periods.
  • Screen legibility is very poor in direct sunlight due to a highly reflective glossy finish.
  • Lacks a microSD card slot for expandable storage.
  • The 3D recording feature is often cited as a 'gimmick' because it requires separate glasses and external 3D displays for full effect.
  • Battery life is significantly shorter than top-tier rivals like the iPad 2.
  • The tablet-specific app ecosystem (Android Honeycomb) was limited at launch, lacking optimized versions of popular social media apps.

Verdict

The LG Optimus Pad 4G is an 8.9-inch Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablet powered by a 1GHz dual-core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, 1GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage. Its defining characteristic is a dual 5MP rear camera system capable of capturing 3D video, complemented by an 8.9-inch WXGA (1280x768) IPS display with a 15:9 aspect ratio optimized for video playback. Main pros include its unique stereoscopic camera for 3D recording, a responsive high-definition screen with excellent viewing angles, and a form factor that balances portability with screen real estate. Notable cons include its significant weight (630g) and thickness compared to rivals, the lack of a microSD slot for memory expansion, and the requirement for red-cyan glasses to view 3D content on the device.

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