LG Quantum
#8431
Sony Xperia J
#8652Category Breakdown
LG Quantum
Sony Xperia J
Performance
43.233.1
Camera
14.111.9
Display
16.916.9
Battery
15.217.0
Build
17.217.3
Connectivity
26.728.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.214.5
Summary
- The LG Quantum features a more robust build with a thicker profile and heavier weight compared to the lighter and slimmer Sony Xperia J.
- In terms of display, the Quantum has a slightly smaller 3.5-inch screen with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Xperia J offers a 4.0-inch display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, providing a marginally better pixel density.
- Performance-wise, both devices utilize similar Snapdragon S1 chipsets, but the Xperia J has an advantage with 4GB of RAM compared to the Quantum's 512MB.
- Both phones have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Xperia J records video at a lower resolution of 480p, while the Quantum captures at 720p.
- The Xperia J also has a larger 1750 mAh battery compared to the Quantum's 1500 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Lastly, the Quantum runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 7, while the Xperia J operates on Android 4.0.4, providing a more modern software experience with the option for an upgrade.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Quantum
Sony Xperia J
General
Release Date
2010
2012
Announced
2010
2012
Description
For AT&T
Also known as Sony ST26i/ST26a
Display
Size
3.5"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~267 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm QSD8650 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 200
Memory
16GB 512MB RAM
4GB (2GB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
480p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1750 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
119.5 x 59.5 x 15.2 mm (4.70 x 2.34 x 0.60 in)
124.3 x 61.2 x 9.2 mm (4.89 x 2.41 x 0.36 in)
Weight
176 g
124 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White, Gold, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.35 W/kg (head) 0.30 W/kg (body)
0.63 W/kg (head) 0.50 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
2.1, A2DP, EDR
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
Microsoft Windows Phone 7
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass