LG Volt
#6018
Sony Xperia M2 Aqua
#5144Category Breakdown
LG Volt
Sony Xperia M2 Aqua
Performance
43.643.5
Camera
19.136.0
Display
55.255.2
Battery
24.220.8
Build
0.216.1
Connectivity
52.157.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
25.529.1
Summary
- The LG Volt features a 4.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the Sony Xperia M2 Aqua has a slightly larger 4.8-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution, resulting in a marginally lower pixel density.
- Both devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset and have 1GB of RAM, ensuring similar performance levels.
- The camera specifications are identical with an 8 MP rear camera, but the Xperia M2 Aqua offers HDR video recording, enhancing its video capabilities.
- In terms of battery, the LG Volt has a larger 3000 mAh capacity compared to the 2300 mAh of the Xperia M2 Aqua.
- Both smartphones run Android 4.4.2, but the Xperia M2 Aqua can be upgraded to Android 5.1.1, providing a potentially better software experience.
- The build quality of the Xperia M2 Aqua is slightly slimmer and lighter than the LG Volt, which may affect handling comfort.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Volt
Sony Xperia M2 Aqua
General
Release Date
2014
2014
Announced
2014
2014
Description
Versions:LG Volt LS740, LG Volt 4G LTE for Virgin MobileLG LS740 Boost Mobile for Boost Mobile
N/A
Display
Size
4.7"
4.8"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~229 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Scratch-resistant glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8926-2 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 305
Adreno 305
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
1.3 MP
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video
N/A
480p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
131.6 x 66 x 10.4 mm (5.18 x 2.60 x 0.41 in)
140 x 72 x 8.6 mm (5.51 x 2.83 x 0.34 in)
Weight
136.1 g
149 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Blue (Boost Mobile), White (Virgin Mobile)
Black, White, Copper
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.69 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
CDMA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
CDMA, LTE
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP, aptX, LE
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass