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LG Connect 4G MS840 phone review — specs and Genze score

LG Connect 4G MS840 Specifications

For MetroPCS

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Released 2012, Jan 15

1 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8660 Snapdragon S3

  • 137g, 11.7mm thickness
  • Android 2.3.5
  • 4GB storage, microSDHC slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 2.7
Display 5
Performance 3.7
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 4.4/10

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Quick specifications

4.0"

480x840 pixels

5MP

720p

1GB RAM

Snapdragon S3

1540mAh

Score breakdown

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4.4 /10
Performance 3.7/10
Battery 2.7/10
Display 5/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.20 GHz BT 3.0 2012

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Full specifications

Technology CDMA / EVDO / LTE
2G bands CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 4
Speed EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
Announced 2012, January. Released 2012, February
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 117 x 62 x 11.7 mm (4.61 x 2.44 x 0.46 in)
Weight 137 g (4.83 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 4.0 inches, 44.5 cm2 (~61.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 840 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~242 ppi density)
OS Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8660 Snapdragon S3
CPU Dual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPU Adreno 220
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Internal 4GB (1.9GB user available), 1GB RAM
Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 720p@30fps
Single VGA
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
??? MP4/H.264 player

MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player

Organizer

Photo/video editor

Document viewer

Voice memo/dial/commands

Predictive text input
Type Removable Li-Ion 1540 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 250 h
Talk time Up to 4 h 30 min
Colors Black
SAR 1.04 W/kg (head) 1.01 W/kg (body)
Price About 110 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is LG Connect 4G MS840 worth buying in 2026?

LG Connect 4G MS840 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of LG Connect 4G MS840?

LG Connect 4G MS840 has a 1,540 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does LG Connect 4G MS840 have?

LG Connect 4G MS840 features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does LG Connect 4G MS840 have?

LG Connect 4G MS840 is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for LG Connect 4G MS840?

Genze rates LG Connect 4G MS840 4.4/10 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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