| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $50.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 230 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2010, November. Released 2010, December |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 109.4 x 56.2 x 12.9 mm (4.31 x 2.21 x 0.51 in) |
| Weight | 120 g (4.23 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Display | Type | TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors |
| Size | 2.8 inches, 24.3 cm2 (~39.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 1.5 |
| Chipset | Huawei K3V2 | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | Vivante GC4000 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 15MB 32MB RAM 128MB ROM | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 100 received, 100 dialed, 100 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | |
| Video | 320p@15fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 1 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 720p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS; FM transmitter | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player MP4/H.263 player Document viewer Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, IM | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.1 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR EU | 0.96 W/kg (head) 0.80 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 50 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the LG P520
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the LG P520 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 1500mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the LG P520 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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