LG AKA
#5938
LG Optimus Vu II
#7325Category Breakdown
LG AKA
LG Optimus Vu II
Performance
54.351.3
Camera
42.142.1
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
54.553.6
Summary
- The LG AKA and LG Optimus Vu II both feature a 5.0-inch display, but the AKA uses an IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Vu II has an HD-IPS LCD with a resolution of 768 x 1024 pixels, resulting in a higher pixel density for the Vu II.
- In terms of performance, the AKA is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core CPU, whereas the Vu II utilizes a dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus, offering different processing capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Vu II includes autofocus, which may enhance photo quality.
- The AKA has a larger battery capacity at 2610 mAh compared to the Vu II's 2150 mAh, potentially offering longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the AKA runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), while the Vu II operates on an older Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), impacting the overall software experience.
- Lastly, the AKA is lighter at 135g compared to the Vu II's 159g, which may affect portability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG AKA
LG Optimus Vu II
General
Release Date
2015
2013
Announced
2015
2013
Description
For Europe
Also known as LG Optimus Vu 2
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
HD-IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI
720
768
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 305
Adreno 225
Memory
16GB 1.5GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP
8 MP, AF
Front Camera
2.1 MP
1.3 MP
Front Camera Details
2.1 MP
1.3 MP
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2610 mAh
2150 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2610 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2150 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
138.7 x 71.9 x 10 mm (5.46 x 2.83 x 0.39 in)
132.2 x 85.6 x 9.4 mm (5.20 x 3.37 x 0.37 in)
Weight
135 g
159 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Pink, Yellow, Navy
Black, White, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
OS Version
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes