LG GU285
#9905
ZTE R228
#11587Category Breakdown
LG GU285
ZTE R228
Performance
20.38.9
Camera
2.30.0
Display
31.414.2
Battery
8.34.6
Build
17.20.2
Connectivity
11.88.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.15.0
Summary
- The LG GU285 and ZTE R228 both feature a 2.0-inch TFT display with identical resolutions and pixel densities, providing similar visual experiences.
- In terms of performance, the LG GU285 has a significantly higher RAM at 20MB compared to the ZTE R228's 2MB, which may enhance multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices sport a 1.3 MP rear camera, but the ZTE R228 lacks video recording capabilities, while the LG can record at 15fps.
- The LG GU285 has a larger battery capacity of 900mAh, compared to the ZTE's 700mAh, potentially offering longer usage time.
- The build quality of the ZTE R228 is lighter and slightly slimmer than the LG GU285, which may appeal to users seeking portability.
- Connectivity options differ slightly, with the ZTE supporting Bluetooth while the LG uses an older microUSB standard.
- Both devices lack advanced software features and do not support modern connectivity options like WiFi or 5G.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG GU285
ZTE R228
General
Release Date
2010
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
Also known as LG GU280
Also known as ZTE-G R228
Display
Size
2"
2"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT
Resolution
176 x 220 pixels (~141 ppi density)
176 x 220 pixels (~141 ppi density)
PPI
176
176
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
20MB
2MB
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
VGA videocall camera
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
176x144@15fps
No
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
900 mAh
700 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 900 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 700 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
96 x 45.7 x 14.9 mm (3.78 x 1.80 x 0.59 in)
108 x 46 x 11 mm (4.25 x 1.81 x 0.43 in)
Weight
105 g
67 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Silver, White & Red, White & Pink, Light Silver
Black, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.71 W/kg (head) 0.39 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / UMTS
GSM
Network Speed
Yes, 384 kbps
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A