LG Optimus Elite LS696
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Microsoft Kin One
#10448Category Breakdown
LG Optimus Elite LS696
Microsoft Kin One
Performance
34.121.6
Camera
39.612.7
Display
16.016.0
Battery
15.812.7
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
34.823.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
17.210.2
Summary
- The LG Optimus Elite LS696 features a larger 3.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, compared to the Microsoft Kin One's 2.6-inch display at 320 x 240 pixels, offering better usability for viewing content.
- In terms of performance, the Optimus Elite is powered by an 800 MHz Snapdragon S2 chipset, while the Kin One uses a 600 MHz ARM 11 processor, giving the LG device an edge in speed.
- Both phones have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Kin One can record video at 480p, whereas the Optimus Elite does not specify video capabilities.
- The battery capacity of the Optimus Elite is 1520 mAh, slightly higher than the Kin One's 1240 mAh, which may result in better endurance.
- The Optimus Elite runs on Android 2.3.7, providing a more versatile software experience compared to the Kin One, which lacks specified software details.
- Overall, the LG Optimus Elite offers superior display size, performance, and battery life, while both devices maintain similar camera specifications.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Optimus Elite LS696
Microsoft Kin One
General
Release Date
2012
2010
Announced
2012
2010
Description
For Sprint
N/A
Display
Size
3.5"
2.6"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
Nvidia Tegra
CPU
800 MHz
600MHz ARM 11
GPU
Adreno 205
N/A
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
4GB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
No
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Dual-LED flash
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
1520 mAh
1240 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1520 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1240 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117 x 63 x 10 mm (4.61 x 2.48 x 0.39 in)
82.6 x 63.5 x 19.1 mm (3.25 x 2.5 x 0.75 in)
Weight
120 g
110.6 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Silver, white
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
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/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
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 2.3.7 (Gingerbread)
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity