The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.0 | 3.1 |
| Camera | 7.2 | 6.5 |
| Connectivity | 4.8 | 5.4 |
| Battery & charging | 3.8 | 3.8 |
Which one is for you?
LG K61, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- against Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P35 |
| Processor Process Size | 14 nm | 12 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Storage Type | — | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 103,116 | 103,116 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 164 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 744 |
| CPU Description | 4× Cortex-A53 at 2.3 GHz + 4× Cortex-A53 at 1.8 GHz | Octa-core CPU with four 2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 cores and four 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 cores |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | — | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v8 | v8 |
Design
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Grey | Titanium, White, Blue, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 8.5 mm | 8.4 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 77.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Body Height | 164.5 mm | 164.5 mm |
| Weight | 191 g | 191 g |
| Usable Surface | 82 % | 82.5 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Polycarbonate | Polycarbonate |
| Resistance Features | MIL-STD-810G | MIL-STD-810G, Water Resistant |
Battery
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display Diagonal | 6.53″ | 6.53″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 396 ppi Best value | 394 ppi |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch | Scratch Resistant, IPS LCD, Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Touchscreen |
Sensors
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Rear | Rear |
Sensor
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 9 | Android 9 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 9 | 9 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40 |
| Cellular Technologies | — | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G, 2G, 3G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Best value |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, DLNA |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, DLNA, NFC, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, DLNA |
| USB Version | — | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | — | 0.7 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | — | 1.01 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 0.453 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 1.287 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | — | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | — | 1 |
| Audio Features | DTS, DTS:X, A2DP, LE | Loudspeaker, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | K61S | K61 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | LMQ630EAW, LM-Q630EAW, LM-Q630 |
