Category Breakdown
LG Vortex VS660
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
34.738.7
Camera
39.612.7
Display
33.216.0
Battery
15.212.3
Build
15.416.6
Connectivity
19.723.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.213.7
Summary
- The LG Vortex VS660 features a slightly larger 3.2-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 has a 3.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of approximately 192 ppi.
- Both devices are powered by a 600 MHz CPU, but the Xperia X8 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and slightly less RAM at 128MB compared to the Vortex's 170MB.
- Both cameras are 3.15 MP without OIS, but the Xperia X8 can record video at 480p@30fps, whereas the Vortex does not specify video capabilities.
- The Vortex has a 1500 mAh battery, providing a longer capacity than the Xperia X8's 1200 mAh.
- In terms of software, the Vortex runs Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the Xperia X8 initially operates on Android 1.6 (Donut) but can be upgraded to 2.1 (Eclair).
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
LG Vortex VS660
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
General
Release Date
2010
2010
Announced
2010
2010
Description
For Verizon
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
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU
600 MHz
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
170MB
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
113.5 x 59 x 13.3 mm (4.47 x 2.32 x 0.52 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight
124.8 g
104 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.20 W/kg (head) 0.79 W/kg (body)
0.76 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
CDMA / EVDO
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.0, 153.2 Kbps
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
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, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

