Category Breakdown
LG Optimus T
Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M
Performance
34.732.3
Camera
11.839.6
Display
33.233.2
Battery
15.213.1
Build
15.716.7
Connectivity
24.226.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.920.2
Summary
- The LG Optimus T features a 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M has a slightly larger 3.5-inch TFT display with the same resolution but lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Optimus T is powered by a 600 MHz CPU and has 170MB of RAM, whereas the Discover S730M offers an 800 MHz CPU and 4GB of RAM, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Discover S730M supports video recording, while the Optimus T is limited to 480p at 18fps.
- The Optimus T has a 1500 mAh battery, slightly larger than the 1300 mAh battery in the Discover S730M, which may offer marginally better longevity.
- Software-wise, the Optimus T runs on Android 2.2, while the Discover S730M is equipped with Android 4.0.4, providing a more updated user experience.
- In terms of build quality, the Optimus T is slightly heavier at 129g compared to the 122g of the Discover S730M, and their dimensions are similar, with the Discover being slimmer.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Optimus T
Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M
General
Release Date
2010
2012
Announced
2010
2012
Description
For T-MobileAlso known as LG P509 Burgundy
For TelusAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Discover TracFone SGH-S730G for Net10 and Straight Talk
Display
Size
3.2"
3.5"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1
CPU
600 MHz
800 MHz Cortex-A5
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
170MB
4GB (2.7GB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@18fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1300 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1300 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
113.5 x 59 x 13.3 mm (4.47 x 2.32 x 0.52 in)
112.8 x 61.5 x 11.5 mm (4.44 x 2.42 x 0.45 in)
Weight
129 g
122 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Burgundy, Titanium
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.30 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body)
0.85 W/kg (head) 0.77 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer

