LG Revolution
An early 4G LTE phone on Verizon with Netflix support out of the box.
The LG Revolution is a mid-range LG smartphone released May 2011, with a launch price of $250. It pairs the Snapdragon S2 1 GHz with a 4.3" LCD display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — Verizon's early 4G LTE LG. Standout strengths: early verizon 4g lte smartphone. and netflix support bundled at launch. Main trade-off: lte devoured the small battery.
Verizon's early 4G LTE LG.
LG Revolution arrived alongside the HTC ThunderBolt as one of Verizon's first 4G LTE phones, with a then-novel Netflix app pre-installed. The tiny battery couldn't keep up with LTE, but it marked LG's early LTE play in the US.
Read the full review- Early Verizon 4G LTE smartphone.
- Netflix support bundled at launch.
- microSD + removable battery.
- 16 GB internal storage was generous for 2011.
Full specifications
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How the LG Revolution compares
| LG Revolution | Galaxy Note 4 | LG Optimus 2X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 44 | 42 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon S2 1 GHz | Snapdragon 805 | Nvidia Tegra 2 |
| Display | 4.3" LCD | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 4.0" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 16 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh | 3,220 mAh | 1,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $250 | $750 | $500 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the LG Revolution released?
The LG Revolution was released in May 2011.
How much does the LG Revolution cost?
The LG Revolution launched at $250 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the LG Revolution screen size and type?
The LG Revolution has a 4.3" LCD display.
What chipset does the LG Revolution use?
The LG Revolution is powered by the Snapdragon S2 1 GHz chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the LG Revolution have?
The LG Revolution ships with 512 MB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the LG Revolution battery capacity?
The LG Revolution has a 1,500 mAh battery.
What is the LG Revolution main camera?
The LG Revolution has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the LG Revolution have a headphone jack?
The LG Revolution has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the LG Revolution get software updates?
The LG Revolution update policy: To Android 2.3.
How much does the LG Revolution weigh?
The LG Revolution weighs 173 g.
What colours does the LG Revolution come in?
The LG Revolution is available in 1 colour: Black.
Is the LG Revolution worth buying?
LG Revolution arrived alongside the HTC ThunderBolt as one of Verizon's first 4G LTE phones, with a then-novel Netflix app pre-installed. The tiny battery couldn't keep up with LTE, but it marked LG's early LTE play in the US. SpecEagle gives the LG Revolution an editorial score of 44/100.
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