Category Breakdown
LG A390
Samsung :) Smiley
Performance
22.822.5
Camera
39.639.6
Display
15.232.3
Battery
16.710.3
Build
0.217.2
Connectivity
14.414.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
14.716.6
Summary
- The LG A390 features a slightly larger 2.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, while the Samsung :) Smiley has a smaller display but with the same resolution.
- In terms of performance, the LG A390 is powered by a Mediatek MT6255 chipset with a 416 MHz CPU, compared to the Samsung's 184 MHz CPU, giving the LG an edge in processing power.
- Both phones have a 1.3 MP rear camera, but the LG A390's battery capacity is significantly higher at 1700 mAh compared to the Samsung's 1000 mAh, offering better longevity.
- The LG A390 is also lighter at 92g versus the Samsung's 112.8g, contributing to a more portable design.
- Lastly, the LG A390 includes a headphone jack, while the Samsung does not, impacting the software experience for audio connectivity.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG A390
Samsung :) Smiley
General
Release Date
2013
2010
Announced
2013
2010
Description
N/A
For T-MobileAlso known as Samsung T359
Display
Size
2.2"
N/A
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6255
N/A
CPU
416 MHz
184 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
40MB
50MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1700 mAh
1000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1700 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
114.4 x 51.8 x 13.2 mm (4.50 x 2.04 x 0.52 in)
99.6 x 59.4 x 15 mm (3.92 x 2.34 x 0.59 in)
Weight
92 g
112.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black/Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.47 W/kg (head) 0.78 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM / UMTS
Network Speed
N/A
Yes, 384 kbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
2.1, EDR
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
A-GPS only; Google Maps
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
No
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A

