LG Optimus 2 AS680
#6805
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
#8954Category Breakdown
LG Optimus 2 AS680
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
48.838.7
Camera
39.612.7
Display
33.216.0
Battery
15.212.3
Build
14.416.6
Connectivity
25.923.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
22.013.7
Summary
- The LG Optimus 2 AS680 features a slightly larger 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 has a 3.0-inch display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of approximately 192 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Optimus 2 is equipped with an 800 MHz CPU and 179MB of RAM, surpassing the Xperia X8's 600 MHz CPU and 128MB of RAM.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Xperia X8 supports video recording at 480p@30fps, whereas the Optimus 2 does not specify video capabilities.
- The battery capacity of the Optimus 2 is 1500 mAh, compared to the Xperia X8's 1200 mAh.
- Software-wise, the Optimus 2 runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), while the Xperia X8 initially operates on Android 1.6 (Donut) but can be upgraded to 2.1 (Eclair).
- Overall, the LG Optimus 2 offers better performance and battery capacity, while the Xperia X8 has a slightly superior display density and video recording capabilities.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Optimus 2 AS680
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
General
Release Date
2011
2010
Announced
2011
2010
Description
N/A
Previously rumored as Sony Ericsson Shakira
Display
Size
3.2"
3"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~192 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Scratch-resistant glass
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU
800 MHz
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
179MB
128MB 168MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1200 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1200 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
111.8 x 58.9 x 11.9 mm (4.40 x 2.32 x 0.47 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight
124.7 g
104 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.22 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body)
0.76 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
CDMA / EVDO
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP, EDR
2.1, 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
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass