LG Optimus G E970
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Sony Xperia T LTE
#7208Category Breakdown
LG Optimus G E970
Sony Xperia T LTE
Performance
56.051.5
Camera
19.119.1
Display
68.419.1
Battery
20.017.8
Build
15.714.6
Connectivity
55.955.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
29.120.1
Summary
- The LG Optimus G E970 features a 4.7-inch True HD-IPS + LCD display with a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels, offering slightly higher pixel density than the 4.55-inch TFT display of the Sony Xperia T LTE, which has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Optimus G is powered by a quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro, while the Xperia T utilizes a dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus, giving the LG an edge in processing capability.
- The camera on the Xperia T is superior with a 13 MP rear sensor compared to the 8 MP on the Optimus G, although both can record 1080p video.
- Battery capacity is higher in the Optimus G at 2100 mAh versus the Xperia T's 1850 mAh, which may result in better longevity.
- Both devices run on Android 4.0, but the Optimus G can be upgraded to 4.1.2, offering a slightly improved software experience.
- Overall, the Optimus G provides better performance and display quality, while the Xperia T excels in camera specifications.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Optimus G E970
Sony Xperia T LTE
General
Release Date
2012
2012
Announced
2012
2012
Description
For AT&T
Also known as Sony LT30a.Available as Sony Xperia TL LT30at (AT&T)
Display
Size
4.7"
4.55"
Type
True HD-IPS + LCD
TFT
Resolution
768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~323 ppi density)
PPI
768
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Shatter proof glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 320
Adreno 225
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2100 mAh
1850 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 2100 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 1850 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
130.8 x 71.6 x 8.4 mm (5.15 x 2.82 x 0.33 in)
129.4 x 67.3 x 9.4 mm (5.09 x 2.65 x 0.37 in)
Weight
147.1 g
148 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.67 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body)
1.13 W/kg (head) 1.32 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, LE
3.1, A2DP
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, S-GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass