LG K8 (2017)
#4197
ZTE Blade X
#4859Category Breakdown
LG K8 (2017)
ZTE Blade X
Performance
52.653.4
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
21.824.2
Build
71.817.5
Connectivity
58.549.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
35.430.7
Summary
- The LG K8 (2017) features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the ZTE Blade X has a larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with the same resolution but a lower pixel density of 267 ppi.
- Both devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset and have similar performance specs, although the Blade X offers 2GB of RAM compared to the K8's 1.5GB.
- Camera capabilities are identical with 13 MP rear cameras and 5 MP front cameras, both capable of 1080p video recording.
- The K8 has a smaller 2500 mAh battery, whereas the Blade X boasts a larger 3000 mAh battery.
- In terms of software, the K8 runs Android 7.0 Nougat, while the Blade X runs a slightly updated version, Android 7.1.1 Nougat.
- Build quality differs as the K8 utilizes Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, while the Blade X has a plastic build.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG K8 (2017)
ZTE Blade X
General
Release Date
2017
2017
Announced
2016
2017
Description
Versions: M200N (Europe); X240 (Russia); US215 (US Cellular)
For Cricket
Display
Size
5"
5.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~293 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 308Mali-T720MP2
Adreno 308
Memory
16GB 1.5GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.4, 1/5.0", 1.12µm
5 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
720p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2500 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
144.5 x 72.1 x 8 mm (5.69 x 2.84 x 0.31 in)
156 x 77.5 x 8.9 mm (6.14 x 3.05 x 0.35 in)
Weight
144 g
156 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
N/A
Colors
Silver, Titan, Gold, Dark Blue
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.72 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity