Category Breakdown
LG Quantum
Sony Xperia neo L
Performance
43.233.2
Camera
14.115.4
Display
16.941.4
Battery
15.215.2
Build
17.216.3
Connectivity
26.731.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.218.9
Summary
- The LG Quantum features a smaller 3.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Sony Xperia neo L offers a larger 4.0-inch LED-backlit LCD with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, providing a slightly better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU, but the Xperia neo L has 1GB of RAM compared to the Quantum's 512MB, which may enhance multitasking capabilities.
- Both smartphones have a 5 MP rear camera with similar video recording capabilities at 720p, but neither offers optical image stabilization.
- Battery capacity is identical at 1500 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available on either device.
- The LG Quantum runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 7, while the Xperia neo L operates on Android 4.0.4, providing a different software experience and app ecosystem.
- Build quality favors the Xperia neo L, which is lighter at 131.5g and slightly thinner than the Quantum, weighing 176g and measuring 15.2mm in thickness.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Quantum
Sony Xperia neo L
General
Release Date
2010
2012
Announced
2010
2012
Description
For AT&T
Also known as Sony MT25i
Display
Size
3.5"
4"
Type
TFT
LED-backlit LCD,
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
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm QSD8650 Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 205
Memory
16GB 512MB RAM
1GB (300MB 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
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1500 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)
121 x 61.1 x 12.2 mm (4.76 x 2.41 x 0.48 in)
Weight
176 g
131.5 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.35 W/kg (head) 0.30 W/kg (body)
0.84 W/kg (head) 0.46 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
Yes
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)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

