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LG Optimus T

LG Optimus T

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Sony Ericsson Xperia X8

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8

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Category Breakdown

LG Optimus T
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
34.738.7
Camera
11.812.7
Display
33.216.0
Battery
15.212.3
Build
15.716.6
Connectivity
24.223.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.913.7

Summary

  • The LG Optimus T features a slightly larger 3.2-inch TFT display compared to the 3.0-inch screen of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, both with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels but differing in pixel density, with the Xperia X8 offering a higher ~192 ppi.
  • In terms of performance, both devices are powered by a 600 MHz CPU, but the Xperia X8 has a more capable Adreno 200 GPU, enhancing its graphics performance.
  • Both phones have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Xperia X8 can record video at 30fps, while the Optimus T is limited to 18fps.
  • The Optimus T has a 1500 mAh battery, slightly larger than the Xperia X8's 1200 mAh, which may provide better longevity.
  • In software, the Optimus T runs Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the Xperia X8 initially comes with Android 1.6 (Donut) but can be upgraded to 2.1 (Eclair), offering a more modern experience.
  • Build quality-wise, the Optimus T is heavier at 129g and thicker at 13.3mm compared to the lighter and slightly thicker Xperia X8 at 104g and 15mm.

Side-by-side Specification Comparison

LG Optimus T
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8

General

Release Date

2010
2010

Announced

2010
2010

Description

For T-MobileAlso known as LG P509 Burgundy
Previously rumored as Sony Ericsson Shakira

Display

Size

3.2"
3"

Type

TFT, 256K 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

170MB
128MB 168MB RAM

Expandable Storage

Card Slot

microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
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@18fps
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

113.5 x 59 x 13.3 mm (4.47 x 2.32 x 0.52 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)

Weight

129 g
104 g

Materials

N/A
N/A

Colors

Burgundy, Titanium
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White

Foldable

SAR

1.30 W/kg (head)     0.72 W/kg (body)
0.76 W/kg (head)     0.68 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIM

Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM

Network

GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA

Network Speed

HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/2 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 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 2.2 (Froyo)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)

Fingerprint

Face Unlock

Sensors

Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass