LG Optimus G LS970
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Nokia N8
#6681Category Breakdown
LG Optimus G LS970
Nokia N8
Performance
61.932.2
Camera
19.115.4
Display
68.475.1
Battery
20.012.3
Build
15.315.6
Connectivity
59.531.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
30.222.6
Summary
- The LG Optimus G LS970 features a larger 4.7-inch True HD-IPS + LCD display with a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels, providing a sharper image compared to the Nokia N8's 3.5-inch AMOLED display at 360 x 640 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Optimus G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset with 2GB of RAM, significantly outperforming the N8's 680 MHz ARM 11 processor and 256MB of RAM.
- The camera on the Optimus G offers a 13 MP rear sensor capable of 1080p video recording, while the N8 has a 12 MP rear camera limited to 720p video.
- The battery capacity of the Optimus G is 2100 mAh, compared to the N8's 1200 mAh, providing longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Optimus G runs on Android 4.0, while the N8 operates on Symbian^3, which may offer a less modern experience.
- Overall, the Optimus G presents superior build quality, display, performance, camera capabilities, battery life, and software experience compared to the Nokia N8.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Optimus G LS970
Nokia N8
General
Release Date
2012
2010
Announced
2012
2010
Description
For SprintAlso known as LG Eclipse 4G LTE
N/A
Display
Size
4.7"
3.5"
Type
True HD-IPS + LCD
AMOLED
Resolution
768 x 1280 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~318 ppi density)
360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~210 ppi density)
PPI
768
360
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
N/A
CPU
Qualcomm APQ8064
680 MHz ARM 11
GPU
Adreno 320
Broadcom BCM2727
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM
16GB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
12 MP, 1/1.83", AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Carl Zeiss optics, Xenon flash, ND filter
Front Camera
1.3 MP
VGA videocall camera
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@25fps, 720p@30fps (via SW update)
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2100 mAh
1200 mAh
Battery Details
Non-removable Li-Po 2100 mAh battery
Non-removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4D)
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
131.9 x 68.9 x 8.5 mm (5.19 x 2.71 x 0.33 in)
113.5 x 59.1 x 12.9 mm, 86 cc (4.47 x 2.33 x 0.51 in)
Weight
144.9 g
135 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Dark Grey, Silver White, Green, Blue, Orange, Pink, Bronze
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.26 W/kg (head) 1.27 W/kg (body)
1.09 W/kg (head) 0.85 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE, HSPA
HSPA 10.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UPnP technology
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, LE
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
GPS, A-GPS; Ovi Maps 3.0
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Symbian^3, upgradable to Nokia Belle Refresh
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass