Category Breakdown
LG Connect 4G MS840
Samsung Galaxy Axiom R830
Performance
39.030.2
Camera
15.414.1
Display
34.116.9
Battery
16.020.0
Build
14.514.8
Connectivity
37.942.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
18.915.4
Summary
- The LG Connect 4G MS840 and Samsung Galaxy Axiom R830 both feature a 4.0-inch TFT display, but the Axiom has a slightly lower resolution of 480 x 800 pixels compared to the Connect's 480 x 840 pixels.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with dual-core processors running at 1.2 GHz, but the Axiom uses a Krait CPU, which may offer better efficiency.
- Both cameras are 5 MP with autofocus, but the Axiom includes a 1.3 MP front camera, while the Connect lacks a front camera entirely.
- The Axiom also has a larger battery capacity at 2100 mAh compared to the Connect's 1540 mAh, potentially offering longer usage.
- On the software front, the Axiom runs Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), providing a more updated experience than the Connect's Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread).
- Overall, the Axiom presents a more modern build and software experience, while both devices share similar performance and camera capabilities.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Connect 4G MS840
Samsung Galaxy Axiom R830
General
Release Date
2012
2012
Announced
2012
2012
Description
For MetroPCS
For U.S. CellularAlso known as Samsung SCH-R830
Display
Size
4"
4"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT
Resolution
480 x 840 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~242 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8660 Snapdragon S3
N/A
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 220
N/A
Memory
4GB (1.9GB user available), 1GB RAM
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
1.3 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1540 mAh
2100 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1540 mAh battery
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117 x 62 x 11.7 mm (4.61 x 2.44 x 0.46 in)
121.7 x 63.8 x 11.9 mm (4.79 x 2.51 x 0.47 in)
Weight
137 g
136.1 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.04 W/kg (head) 1.01 W/kg (body)
0.69 W/kg (head) 1.28 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
CDMA / EVDO / LTE
CDMA / EVDO / LTE
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, DLNA
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity

