LG Electronics today unveiled the LG Optimus 2X, the world’s first smartphone with a dual-core NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor. The dual-core Tegra 2 system-on-a-chip found in the LG Optimus 2X runs at a clock speed of 1GHz and boasts low power consumption and high performance for playing video and audio. The phone offers 1080p HD video playback and recording with HDMI mirroring that expands content on external displays to full HD quality.

“Dual-core technology is the next leap forward in mobile technology so this is no small achievement to be the first to offer a smartphone utilizing this technology,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, CEO and President of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With unique features such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) mirroring and exceptional graphics performance, the LG Optimus 2X is proof of LG’s commitment to high-end smartphones in 2011.”

The main features of LG Optimus 2X are 1Ghz Dual-core processor, 4-inch WVGA screen, 8GB memory (up to 32GB via microSD), 8 megapixel rear camera and 1.3 megapixel front camera, 1,500 mAh battery and 1080p full HD support.

The LG Optimus 2X will be available in Korea next month with countries in Europe and Asia to follow. The phone will initially be released with Android 2.2 (Froyo) and will be upgradeable to Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). No word on pricing yet.