LG Phoenix P505
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Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
#8954Category Breakdown
LG Phoenix P505
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
41.438.7
Camera
39.612.7
Display
33.216.0
Battery
15.212.3
Build
14.816.6
Connectivity
24.123.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
20.913.7
Summary
- The LG Phoenix P505 features a slightly larger 3.2-inch TFT display compared to the 3.0-inch screen of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, both with the same resolution but the Xperia X8 has a higher pixel density at ~192 ppi.
- In terms of performance, both devices utilize the same Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1 chipset and 600 MHz ARM 11 CPU, but the Phoenix has more RAM at 160MB versus the Xperia X8's 128MB.
- Both cameras are identical at 3.15 MP, but the Xperia X8 supports video recording at 480p@30fps, while the Phoenix does not specify video capabilities.
- The Phoenix has a larger 1500 mAh battery compared to the Xperia X8's 1200 mAh.
- Software-wise, the Phoenix runs Android 2.2 (Froyo) upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread), while the Xperia X8 starts with Android 1.6 (Donut) and is upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair).
- Build quality shows the Phoenix is lighter at 91g, while the Xperia X8 is heavier at 104g and has a thicker profile.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Phoenix P505
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
General
Release Date
2011, April 17
2010
Announced
2011
2010
Description
For AT&T
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
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU
600 MHz ARM 11
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 200
Memory
160MB
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
Yes
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
114 x 59 x 13 mm (4.49 x 2.32 x 0.51 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight
91 g
104 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Violet
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.23 W/kg (head) 0.43 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 (charges may apply)
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), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass