Category Breakdown
HTC Dream
LG GT540 Optimus
Performance
61.861.8
Camera
41.941.9
Display
57.057.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
54.054.0
Summary
- The HTC Dream features a slightly larger 3.2-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the LG GT540 Optimus has a 3.0-inch display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~192 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Dream is powered by a 528 MHz CPU compared to the 600 MHz CPU in the GT540, which may offer better responsiveness.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the GT540 can record video at 480p@17fps, whereas the Dream's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The GT540 also has a larger 1500 mAh battery compared to the Dream's 1150 mAh, likely providing better longevity.
- On the software front, both run Android 1.6, but the GT540 can be upgraded to Android 2.1, offering a more modern experience.
- The Dream lacks a headphone jack, while the GT540 includes one, enhancing its audio connectivity options.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Dream
LG GT540 Optimus
General
Release Date
2009
2010
Announced
2009
2010
Description
N/A
Also known as LG GT540 Swift, LG Loop GT540
Display
Size
3.2"
3"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors (65K effective)
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~192 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7201A
N/A
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
600 MHz
GPU
Adreno 130
N/A
Memory
192MB RAM, 256MB
139MB 156MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSD (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Details
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP, AF
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Details
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p@17fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1150 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
117.7 x 55.7 x 17.1 mm (4.63 x 2.19 x 0.67 in)
109 x 54.5 x 12.7 mm (4.29 x 2.15 x 0.5 in)
Weight
158 g
115.5 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
miniUSB
microUSB
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 1.6 (Donut)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
OS Version
Android 1.6 (Donut)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, compass
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes

