LG GM730 Eigen
#9648
Samsung Dart T499
#9764Category Breakdown
LG GM730 Eigen
Samsung Dart T499
Performance
11.95.1
Camera
39.610.0
Display
9.532.3
Battery
10.312.3
Build
15.614.4
Connectivity
25.126.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.811.5
Summary
- The LG GM730 Eigen features a 3.0-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a resolution of 240 x 400 pixels, while the Samsung Dart T499 has a slightly larger 3.14-inch TFT display at 240 x 320 pixels, offering more colors at 256K.
- In terms of performance, the Dart has a faster 600 MHz CPU compared to the GM730's 528 MHz.
- The GM730's camera is superior with a 5 MP rear sensor versus the Dart's 3.2 MP, although both lack advanced features like OIS.
- The Dart also has a larger 1200 mAh battery compared to the GM730's 1000 mAh, providing potentially longer usage.
- Software-wise, the GM730 runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, while the Dart operates on Android 2.2, offering a more modern software experience.
- The build quality of the Dart is slightly heavier at 108g, compared to the GM730, which is lighter but lacks detailed material specifications.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG GM730 Eigen
Samsung Dart T499
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
N/A
For T-MobileAlso known as Samsung SGH-T499, Samsung T499, Samsung Tass
Display
Size
3"
3.14"
Type
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~155 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~127 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
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
N/A
N/A
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
3.2 MP
Main Camera Features
Schneider-Kreuznach optics
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
320p@15fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1000 mAh
1200 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
109.8 x 56.5 x 11.9 mm (4.32 x 2.22 x 0.47 in)
104 x 61 x 13 mm (4.09 x 2.40 x 0.51 in)
Weight
N/A
108 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Gray
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.14 W/kg (head) 0.63 W/kg (body)
0.91 W/kg (head) 1.12 W/kg (body)
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 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, proximity, compass