LG Optimus M
#8871
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
#8954Category Breakdown
LG Optimus M
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
34.538.7
Camera
11.912.7
Display
22.116.0
Battery
15.212.3
Build
15.816.6
Connectivity
19.523.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
13.913.7
Summary
- The LG Optimus M features a slightly larger 3.2-inch TFT display compared to the 3.0-inch screen of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, both offering a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels.
- In terms of performance, both devices are powered by a 600 MHz CPU, but the Xperia X8 has a better GPU and slightly more RAM at 168MB.
- Both phones have a 3.15 MP rear camera with similar video recording capabilities at 480p, but neither has optical image stabilization.
- The Optimus M has a larger 1500 mAh battery compared to the Xperia X8's 1200 mAh, which may provide longer usage time.
- In terms of software, the Optimus M runs Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the Xperia X8 initially runs Android 1.6 (Donut) but is upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair).
- Build quality-wise, the Optimus M is heavier at 153g and thicker at 16mm, while the Xperia X8 is lighter at 104g and slimmer at 15mm.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Optimus M
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
General
Release Date
2010
2010
Announced
2010
2010
Description
For MetroPCS
Previously rumored as Sony Ericsson Shakira
Display
Size
3.2"
3"
Type
TFT, 65K 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
600 MHz
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
150MB
128MB 168MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
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
480p
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
116 x 56 x 16 mm (4.57 x 2.20 x 0.63 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight
153 g
104 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Gray
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.26 W/kg (head) 0.48 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.0, 153.2 Kbps
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB
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 2.2 (Froyo)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass