LG GW550
#7853
Samsung I5801 Galaxy Apollo
#8722Category Breakdown
LG GW550
Samsung I5801 Galaxy Apollo
Performance
36.151.9
Camera
10.010.0
Display
22.115.2
Battery
13.115.2
Build
15.90.2
Connectivity
20.925.1
Audio
87.68.9
Overall
17.214.3
Summary
- The LG GW550 features a smaller 2.4-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, while the Samsung I5801 Galaxy Apollo has a larger 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 240 x 400 pixels, offering a slightly better viewing experience.
- In terms of performance, the Galaxy Apollo has a more capable 667 MHz CPU and 512MB of RAM compared to the GW550's 256MB.
- Both phones have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Galaxy Apollo includes autofocus, enhancing its photography capabilities.
- The battery capacity of the Galaxy Apollo is 1500 mAh, providing longer usage than the GW550's 1300 mAh.
- Software-wise, the GW550 runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5, while the Galaxy Apollo operates on Android 2.1, which is upgradable to 2.2, offering a more modern software experience.
- The build quality of both devices is similar, with the Galaxy Apollo being slightly lighter and more compact.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG GW550
Samsung I5801 Galaxy Apollo
General
Release Date
2009
2010
Announced
2009
2010
Description
Also known as LG Sm@rt
For OrangeAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Naos, Samsung Galaxy Leo
Display
Size
2.4"
3.2"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT
Resolution
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
240 x 400 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~146 ppi density)
PPI
320
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
Samsung S5P6422 667 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
256MB
512MB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 1 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
Yes
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
320p@15fps
320p@15fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1300 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
116 x 62 x 12 mm (4.57 x 2.44 x 0.47 in)
113.5 x 55 x 12.6 mm (4.47 x 2.17 x 0.50 in)
Weight
125.5 g
113 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.12 W/kg (head) 0.50 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot (Android 2.2)
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5 Standard
Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, proximity, compass