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LG Optimus G E970 Specifications
For AT&T
Lg
Released 2012, Sep 15
2 GB RAM · Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
- 147.1g, 8.4mm thickness
- Android 4.0, up to 4.1.2
- 16GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| 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 | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.7"
768x1280 pixels
8MP
1080p
2GB RAM
Snapdragon S4 Pro
2100mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 4, 17 | |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, September. Released 2012, November |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 130.8 x 71.6 x 8.4 mm (5.15 x 2.82 x 0.33 in) |
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| Weight | 147.1 g (5.19 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
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Display
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Type | True HD-IPS + LCD |
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| Size | 4.7 inches, 62.9 cm2 (~67.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 2 | |
| ??? | LG Optimus UI v3.0 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 320 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included |
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| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video |
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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 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, S-GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | MP4/H.264/WMV/DviX player MP3/WMA/WAV/FLAC/eAAC+ player Photo viewer/editor Document viewer/editor |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 2100 mAh, non-removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 324 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
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| SAR | 0.67 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 250 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 1438:1 (nominal) / 1.753:1 (sunlight) |
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| Audio quality | Noise -82.5dB / Crosstalk -81.6dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is LG Optimus G E970 worth buying in 2026?
LG Optimus G E970 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 Optimus G E970?
LG Optimus G E970 has a 2,100 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does LG Optimus G E970 have?
LG Optimus G E970 features a 4.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does LG Optimus G E970 have?
LG Optimus G E970 is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for LG Optimus G E970?
Genze rates LG Optimus G E970 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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