Category Breakdown
HTC Dream
LG Optimus Net Dual
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, released in 2009, features a robust build with dimensions of 117.7 x 55.7 x 17.1 mm and weighs 158g, while the LG Optimus Net Dual, launched in 2011, is lighter at 102g and slimmer at 114 x 59 x 12.1 mm.
- Both devices have a 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, but the Optimus Net Dual supports 256K colors compared to the Dream's 65K.
- In terms of performance, the Dream is powered by a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU, while the Optimus Net Dual has a more capable 800 MHz ARMv6 processor.
- Both phones have a 3.15 MP rear camera with autofocus, but the Optimus Net Dual can record video at 480p, whereas the Dream's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The battery capacity of the Dream is 1150 mAh, while the Optimus Net Dual has a larger 1500 mAh battery, potentially offering better longevity.
- Lastly, the Dream runs on Android 1.6, whereas the Optimus Net Dual operates on Android 2.3.4, providing a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
HTC Dream
LG Optimus Net Dual
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
N/A
Also known as LG Optimus Net Dual P698
Display
Size
3.2"
3.2"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 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
Qualcomm MSM7227T Snapdragon S1
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
800 MHz ARMv6
GPU
Adreno 130
Adreno 200
Memory
192MB RAM, 256MB
150MB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSD (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
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
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)
114 x 59 x 12.1 mm (4.49 x 2.32 x 0.48 in)
Weight
158 g
102 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
miniUSB
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 1.6 (Donut)
Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread)
OS Version
Android 1.6 (Donut)
Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes

