LG Thrive P506
#7248
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
#8954Category Breakdown
LG Thrive P506
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
41.438.7
Camera
39.612.7
Display
33.216.0
Battery
15.212.3
Build
0.216.6
Connectivity
23.723.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.813.7
Summary
- The LG Thrive P506 features a slightly larger 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, compared to the 3.0-inch display of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, which has the same resolution but a higher pixel density of approximately 192 ppi.
- Both devices are powered by the Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1 chipset with a 600 MHz ARM 11 CPU and Adreno 200 GPU, but the Thrive has 160MB of RAM versus the X8's 128MB, potentially offering marginally better multitasking.
- Both cameras are 3.15 MP without optical image stabilization, but the Xperia X8 can record video at 480p@30fps, while the Thrive's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The Thrive has a 1500 mAh battery, providing a longer runtime than the X8's 1200 mAh battery.
- In terms of software, the Thrive runs Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the Xperia X8 originally launched with Android 1.6 (Donut) but can be upgraded to 2.1 (Eclair), offering a more modern experience on the Thrive.
- Build-wise, the Thrive is lighter at 91g, while the Xperia X8 is heavier at 104g and slightly bulkier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Thrive P506
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
Silver
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
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
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
Accelerometer, proximity, compass