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LG Nexus 4 E960 phone review — specs and Genze score

LG Nexus 4 E960 Specifications

Also known as LG Nexus 4, LG Mako

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Released 2012, Oct 15

2 GB RAM · Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro

  • 139g, 9.1mm thickness
  • Android 4.2, up to 5.1
  • 8GB/16GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.7
Display 5.3
Performance 4.2
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.7
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.7/10

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Quick specifications

4.7"

768x1280 pixels

8MP

1080p

2GB RAM

Snapdragon S4 Pro

2100mAh

5W

Score breakdown

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4.7 /10
Performance 4.2/10
Battery 3.7/10
Display 5.3/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.7/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.50 GHz BT 4.0 2012

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
??? HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
Announced 2012, October. Released 2012, November
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm (5.27 x 2.70 x 0.36 in)
Weight 139 g (4.90 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Type True HD IPS Plus
Size 4.7 inches, 62.9 cm2 (~68.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 2
OS Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Chipset Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPU Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU Adreno 320
Card slot No
Internal 8GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Single 8 MP, 1/4.0", AF
Features LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 1.3 MP
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort)
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Type Li-Po 2100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Wireless (Qi)
Stand-by Up to 390 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 15 h (3G)
Colors Black, White
Models Nexus 4
SAR 0.55 W/kg (head) 1.27 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.41 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body)
Price About 250 EUR
Performance Basemark X: 6639
Display Contrast ratio: 1341 (nominal) / 1.926:1 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 71dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 78dB
Audio quality Noise -82.3dB / Crosstalk -82.0dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 32h

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Frequently asked questions

Is LG Nexus 4 E960 worth buying in 2026?

LG Nexus 4 E960 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of LG Nexus 4 E960?

LG Nexus 4 E960 has a 2,100 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does LG Nexus 4 E960 have?

LG Nexus 4 E960 features a 4.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does LG Nexus 4 E960 have?

LG Nexus 4 E960 is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for LG Nexus 4 E960?

Genze rates LG Nexus 4 E960 4.7/10 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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