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LG Optimus G E970
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LG Optimus G E970

Released: 2012, September. Released 2012, NovemberPrice: About 250 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
NFCYes
SAR0.67 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
Size4.7 inches, 62.9 cm, 2, (~67.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTrue HD-IPS + LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandLG
ModelLG Optimus G E970
PriceAbout 250 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight147.1 g (5.19 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
DisplayContrast ratio: 1438:1 (nominal) / 1.753:1 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands4, 17
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
Released2012, September. Released 2012, November
Stand-byUp to 324 h
Announced2012, September. Released 2012, November
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included
Talk timeUp to 10 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions130.8 x 71.6 x 8.4 mm (5.15 x 2.82 x 0.33 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2
Resolution768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, S-GPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -82.5dB / Crosstalk -81.6dB

LG Optimus G E970 Overview

About LG Optimus G E970 LG Optimus G E970 is a discontinued device from LG's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. LG Optimus G E970 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

LG Optimus G E970 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the LG Optimus G E970?

The LG Optimus G E970 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does LG Optimus G E970 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many LG devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting LG Optimus G E970 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the LG Optimus G E970 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does LG Optimus G E970 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your LG Optimus G E970.