As is tradition, the release of a new LG flagship is usually accompanied by budget phones sharing a similar design language. The 'Q' series is made up of mid-range devices, while the 'K' lineup is composed of entry-level phones. LG today announced three new budget models — the Q60, K50, and K40.
LG Q60
Not to be confused with 2017's LG Q6 family, this phone has a 6.3-inch 19:9 'FullVision' display (presumably IPS) and an unspecified "2.0GHz Octa-Core" processor. It looks very similar to renders of the upcoming LG G8, but with a smaller notch and a larger chin.
SPECS
Processor |
2.0 GHz Octa-Core |
Display |
6.26-inch 19:9 HD+ FullVision Display |
Memory |
3GB RAM |
Storage |
64GB + microSD (up to 2TB) |
Rear camera |
16MP with PDAF / 2MP with Depth Sensor / 5MP with Super Wide Angle |
Front camera |
13MP |
Battery |
3,500mAh |
Size |
161.3 x 77 x 8.7mm |
Other features |
DTS:X 3D Surround Sound / AI CAM / MIL-STD 810G Compliance / Fingerprint Sensor / Google Assistant Button |
On the software side, LG didn't mention what version of Android this has, but the phone is equipped with the G7's 'AI Cam' feature. Also, there's a hardware button for opening Google Assistant, which is something I'd definitely like on my phone.
LG K50
The K50 is a tier below the Q60. It's nearly identical to the Q60, but with only two rear cameras, half the storage, and a slightly taller display (19.5:9 vs 19:9). You still get the AI camera feature, dedicated Assistant button, and all the other goodies from the Q60.
SPECS
Chipset |
2.0 GHz Octa-Core |
Display |
6.26-inch 19.5:9 HD+ FullVision Display |
Memory |
3GB RAM / 32GB ROM / microSD (up to 2TB) |
Rear camera |
13MP with PDAF / 2MP with Depth Sensor |
Front camera |
13MP |
Battery |
3,500mAh |
Size |
161.3 x 77 x 8.7mm |
Other features |
DTS:X 3D Surround Sound / AI CAM / MIL-STD 810G Compliance / Fingerprint Sensor / Google Assistant Button |
LG K40
At the bottom of the barrel is the LG K40. It has a smaller 5.7-inch 18:9 screen (with no notch), less memory, only one rear camera, and a smaller battery. There's still an Assistant button, though.
SPECS
Chipset |
2.0 GHz Octa-Core |
Display |
5.7-inch 18:9 HD+ FullVision Display |
Memory |
2GB RAM / 32GB ROM / microSD (up to 2TB) |
Rear camera |
16MP with PDAF |
Front camera |
8MP (LED Flash) |
Battery |
3,000mAh |
Size |
153.0 x 71.9 x 8.3mm |
Other features |
DTS:X 3D Surround Sound / AI CAM / MIL-STD 810G Compliance / Fingerprint Sensor / Google Assistant Button |
LG hasn't revealed what any of these phones will cost, or in what markets they will be sold. More details will be announced at next week's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.