Category Breakdown
Apple iPhone 3GS
LG Optimus Chat C550
Performance
14.934.7
Camera
12.739.6
Display
16.033.2
Battery
14.015.2
Build
17.417.5
Connectivity
26.225.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
10.420.2
Summary
- The Apple iPhone 3GS features a 3.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the LG Optimus Chat C550 has a smaller 2.8-inch TFT display with the same resolution, resulting in a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the iPhone 3GS is powered by a 600 MHz Cortex-A8 CPU and offers up to 32GB of storage, whereas the LG Optimus Chat C550 has significantly less storage at 140MB and lacks detailed performance specs.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the iPhone can record video at 480p@30fps, while the LG's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The iPhone 3GS is equipped with a 1400 mAh battery, while the Optimus Chat C550 has a slightly larger 1500 mAh battery.
- Software-wise, the iPhone runs on iOS 3, upgradable to iOS 6.1.6, providing a different user experience compared to the LG's Android 2.2 (Froyo).
- Build quality is comparable, with the iPhone being slightly heavier and slimmer than the LG, which offers a variety of color options.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Apple iPhone 3GS
LG Optimus Chat C550
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
3.5"
2.8"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~206 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
600 MHz Cortex-A8
N/A
GPU
PowerVR SGX535
N/A
Memory
8GB 256MB RAM, 16GB 256MB RAM, 32GB 256MB RAM
140MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, f/2.8, AF
3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1400 mAh, non-removable
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm (4.55 x 2.44 x 0.48 in)
109 x 59 x 16 mm (4.29 x 2.32 x 0.63 in)
Weight
135 g
122 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black, silver, blue, red, pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.26 W/kg (head) 0.79 W/kg (body)
0.49 W/kg (head) 0.39 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP (headset support only)
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
iOS 3, upgradable to iOS 6.1.6
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer

