LG GT550 Encore
#10893
Philips X525
#9718Category Breakdown
LG GT550 Encore
Philips X525
Performance
5.324.3
Camera
10.68.7
Display
26.326.3
Battery
9.115.9
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
18.411.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
8.611.6
Summary
- The LG GT550 Encore and Philips X525 both feature a 3.0-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with identical resolutions and pixel densities, offering similar display quality.
- In terms of performance, the LG model has no RAM listed, while the Philips X525 includes 44MB of RAM, which may enhance its multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Philips X525 supports QCIF video recording compared to the LG's lower 320p.
- The LG GT550 has a smaller 950 mAh battery, while the Philips X525 boasts a larger 1530 mAh capacity, likely providing longer usage time.
- Build-wise, the LG is more compact and lighter at 104.9g, whereas the Philips is slightly bulkier and heavier at 108g.
- Both phones lack advanced software features and connectivity options, including WiFi and 5G.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG GT550 Encore
Philips X525
General
Release Date
2010
2011
Announced
2010
2011
Description
For AT&T
N/A
Display
Size
3"
3"
Type
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~155 ppi density)
240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~155 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
N/A
44MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
320p
QCIF
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
950 mAh
1530 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 950 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1530 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
106 x 53.3 x 12 mm (4.17 x 2.10 x 0.47 in)
160 x 51 x 14.4 mm (6.30 x 2.01 x 0.57 in)
Weight
104.9 g
108 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM
Network Speed
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
miniUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
A-GPS only
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A