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LG g3 LG-D722 Unlocked GSM 4G LTE Smartphone

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3264 x 24481GB RAM

Stay connected on the go with the unlocked LG G3 Beat featuring 4G LTE, an 8MP laser autofocus camera, and a vivid 5-inch display.

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Overview

The LG G3 Beat (LG-D722) is an unlocked GSM smartphone that offers essential connectivity features in a straightforward package. Its 5-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen delivers clear, color-accurate visuals with wide viewing angles, while 4G LTE support across multiple bands ensures reliable mobile data speeds on compatible GSM networks like AT&T and T-Mobile. The 8MP rear camera with laser autofocus and LED flash captures decent photos with fast focus times, and a 1.3MP front-facing camera handles video calls.

Under the hood, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2GHz Cortex-A7 processor and 1GB of RAM powers basic tasks, though the hardware shows its age with more demanding applications. The 8GB of internal storage is limited but can be expanded up to 64GB via the microSD card slot. Running Android 4.4.2 KitKat, this phone is best suited as a secondary device, a basic daily driver for light users, or a starter phone where carrier flexibility and low cost are the primary considerations.

Key Features

2G

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900, 3G: 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100, 4G: LTE 800 / 900 / 1800 / 2100 / 2600

5" IPS LCD Capacitive Multi-Touchscreen

Android v4.4.2 (KitKat), Quad-Core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 Processor, Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 4, Adreno 305 Graphics

8 Megapixel Camera (3264 x 2448 pixels) laserw/ Autofocus, LED Flash + Front-facing 1.3 Megapixel Camera

Internal Memory

8GB, 1GB RAM + microSD Slot Expandable up to 64GB

Unlocked cell phones are compatible with GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile as well as with GSM SIM cards (e.g. H20, Straight Talk, and select prepaid carriers). Unlocked cell phones will not work with CDMA Carriers like Sprint, Verizon, Boost or Virgin.

Specifications

Display
5" IPS LCD Capacitive Multi-Touchscreen
Processor
Quad-Core 1.2GHz Cortex-A7 (Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400)
GPU
Adreno 305
RAM
1GB
Internal Storage
8GB (expandable up to 64GB via microSD)
Rear Camera
8MP with Laser Autofocus and LED Flash
Front Camera
1.3MP
Operating System
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Network
2G GSM 850/900/1800/1900, 3G 850/900/1900/2100, 4G LTE 800/900/1800/2100/2600
SIM Type
Unlocked GSM (not compatible with CDMA carriers)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Unlocked GSM compatibility provides flexibility across multiple carriers without contract obligations
  • Expandable storage via microSD up to 64GB offsets the limited 8GB internal memory
  • Laser autofocus on the 8MP rear camera enables quick and precise focus acquisition
  • 4G LTE support across multiple bands delivers fast mobile data speeds
  • 5-inch IPS LCD display offers wide viewing angles and clear visuals

👎 Cons

  • 1GB of RAM severely limits multitasking and performance with modern apps
  • Android 4.4.2 KitKat is outdated and no longer receives security updates, leaving the device vulnerable
  • 8GB of internal storage fills up quickly, making a microSD card practically essential
  • Quad-core 1.2GHz Cortex-A7 processor struggles with anything beyond basic tasks
  • Not compatible with CDMA carriers such as Verizon or Sprint

Frequently Asked Questions

As an unlocked GSM phone, it works with GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile, as well as GSM-based MVNOs such as H2O and Straight Talk. It is not compatible with CDMA carriers like Sprint or Verizon.
Yes, the LG G3 Beat supports microSD cards up to 64GB, supplementing the 8GB of built-in storage for photos, apps, and media.
It ships with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat). Due to the age of this device, it is unlikely to receive further operating system updates.
Yes, the 8MP rear camera features laser autofocus for fast and accurate focusing, along with an LED flash for low-light photography.