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Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L

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Overview

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 4.8-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset, 8 main camera, and 2020 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L

The display of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L measures 4.8 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.

Size
4.8 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
720x1280 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
400 nits
HDR
HDR10

The camera system of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
8
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
1080p

The battery of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L has 2020mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.

Capacity
2020mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
240 min minutes

The performance of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset with Adreno 225 GPU.

Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 225

The memory of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L offers 1GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 16GB 1GB RAM.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
16GB
RAM Type
LPDDR2
Storage Type
16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0

The build of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L weighs 134.1g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 132.4 x 68.9 x 9.4 mm.

Dimensions
132.4 x 68.9 x 9.4 mm
Weight
134.1g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Glossy

The software of Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L runs Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Update Policy
1 years

Compare Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$0 price point
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
4.8" display

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L vs Motorola Moto G Power

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$0 price point
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
4.8" display

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$0 price point
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
4.8" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L with Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L has a 2020mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L has a 4.8-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

4.8"

Main Camera

8

Chipset

Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyCDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMini-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual-standby
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2012
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)132.4 x 68.9 x 9.4 mm
Weight (g)134.1
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back FinishGlossy
Colors["Black", "White"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)4.8
Resolution (px)720x1280 pixels
Aspect Ratio3:5
Pixel Density (ppi)233
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)69.6
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)400
HDR StandardsHDR10
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass Protectiongorilla-glass
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemQualcomm MDM9615M
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR2
Storage16GB
Storage Type16GB 1GB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 4.5
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor8
Main Sensor Size1/3.2
Main Sensor ModelSony IMX111
Main Lensf/2.4, 28mm
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel BinningN/A
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision VideoHDR10
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion720p@120fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Featuresbasic
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution2
Sensor Size1/4
Aperturef/2.4
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlockbasic

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpStandard

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0
NFCN/A
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)2020
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired Standardstandard
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time240 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Boxstandard-charger
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Pantech Vega Racer 2 IM-A830L covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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