Category Breakdown
LG GW990
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
Performance
54.862.7
Camera
39.639.6
Display
16.916.9
Battery
17.815.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
24.929.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.020.6
Summary
- The LG GW990 features a larger 4.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 1024 pixels, while the Pantech Vega Xpress IM has a smaller 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the LG is powered by an Intel Atom CPU, whereas the Pantech utilizes a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2, both equipped with 512MB of RAM.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but neither offers optical image stabilization or a front-facing camera.
- The LG GW990 has a slightly larger battery capacity at 1850 mAh compared to the Pantech's 1500 mAh.
- Software-wise, the LG runs on MeeGo OS, while the Pantech operates on Android 2.2 (Froyo), which may provide a more familiar user experience for those accustomed to Android.
- The Pantech also supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and has a headphone jack, features not present in the LG GW990.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG GW990
Pantech Vega Xpress IM
General
Release Date
2010
2011
Announced
2010
2010
Description
N/A
For South Korea
Display
Size
4.8"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 1024 pixels (~236 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
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU
Intel Atom (Pineview, 45nm)
1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU
N/A
Adreno 205
Memory
512MB RAM
512MB DDR2 RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Front Camera
Yes
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1850 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1850 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
146.8 x 64.2 x 12 mm (5.78 x 2.53 x 0.47 in)
122.5 x 63.9 x 10.8 mm (4.82 x 2.52 x 0.43 in)
Weight
N/A
119.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Grey
Black, White, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Proprietary
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
MeeGo OS
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer

