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LG A290 Specifications
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Released 2012, Feb 15
- 92g, 13mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 19MB storage, microSDHC slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.6 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
2.2"
176x220 pixels
1.3MP
144p
1500mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM1 & SIM 2 & SIM 3 | |
| GPRS | Class 12 | |
| EDGE | No |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, February |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 113.5 x 51 x 13 mm (4.47 x 2.01 x 0.51 in) |
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| Weight | 92 g (3.25 oz) | |
| SIM | Triple SIM (Mini-SIM, triple stand-by) |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 256K colors |
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| Size | 2.2 inches, 15.2 cm2 (~26.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density) |
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Platform
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GPU | Mediatek MT6253 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Internal | 19MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video | 176x144@15fps |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, EDR | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Games | No | |
| Java | Yes | |
| ??? | MP3/AAC+/WMA player MP4/H.263 player Organizer Voice memo predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 882 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 23 h 30 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Gray, Black, White |
|---|---|---|
| SAR | 1.20 W/kg (head) 0.87 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.16 W/kg (head) 0.89 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 60 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is LG A290 worth buying in 2026?
LG A290 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.9/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of LG A290?
LG A290 has a 1,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does LG A290 have?
LG A290 features a 2.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for LG A290?
Genze rates LG A290 3.9/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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