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LG Xpression (C395) vs Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)

Side by side comparison between LG Xpression vs Sony Xperia ion phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia ion X LG Xpression (C395) 02Points
3"
TFT

240x400

2
MP
N/A
1000
mAh

(Removable)

vs
23Points Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h) Compare LG Xpression X
4.6"
LED

720x1280

12
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1900
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)

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Xpression (C395)} 2 Advantages LG Xpression (C395) vs Xperia ion (3G LT28h)} 23 Advantages Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
+130 grams (4.55 ounces)11%
Lighter
vs144 grams (5.04 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
50MBvs+16GB (11.49GB available)234 times
More internal storage for applications and files
17 millimeters (0.67 inches)vs+10.6 millimeters (0.42 inches)60%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT LED-Backlit LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit LCD display is brighter and more vivid
65 thousandvs+16 million245 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x400 pixelsvs+720x1280 pixels9 times
Higher resolution screen
155 PPIvs+319 PPI106%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+4.6"53%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(back) 12MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+(front) 1.3MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
10 appsvs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times
More apps available to download and use
3G HSDPAvs+3G+ HSPA+Advantage
The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbpsvs+(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps5 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensor, GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAhvs+1900 mAh90%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

9 Common items in both devices
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
3.5mm jack
A-GPS, GeoTagging / A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
2.1 + A2DP
+2 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
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ModelXpression (C395)Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Other model namesAT&T LG Xpression C395, AT&T LG-C395, LGC395Sony Xperia ion HSPA, Sony Xperia ion LT28h, Sony Aoba
Country or region availableUSA
USA
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandLGSony
Release date4/23/20126/4/2012
Depth17 millimeters (0.67 inches)10.6 millimeters (0.42 inches)
Size (width x height)54 x 108 millimeters (2.13 x 4.25 in)68 x 133 millimeters (2.68 x 5.24 in)
Weight130 grams (4.55 ounces)144 grams (5.04 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LED-Backlit LCD
Screen size3" inches4.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~43.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~64.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x400 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 4-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)155 PPI319 PPI
Colors65 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedScratch-resistant glass
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
System versionProprietary OSAndroid 2.3.7 Gingerbread
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Chipset32bit32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 MSM8260
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.5GHz Scorpion (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 220
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
RAM memoryfeature not registered1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage50MB16GB (11.49GB available)
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3.6 Mbps21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels12 megapixels
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedHD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.263MP4, H.263, H.264, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+MP3, eAAC+, WMA, WAV

🔌 Connectivity

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP2.1 + A2DP
WiFiNot supported802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
SensorsNot supportedAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1000 mAh1900 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy3.4 hours4 hours
Standby240 hours (10 days)350 hours (14.6 days)

➕ Other features

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserWAP, HTMLHTML, XHTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Red
• Spanish and English language
• Colors: Black, Red
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine
• Sony Reality Display
• Video stabiliser
• PlayNow
• 3D sweep panorama
• SE Timescape
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

LG Xpression (C395)Sony Xperia ion (3G LT28h)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.21W/kg (head), 1.28W/kg (body)1.08W/kg (head), 0.97W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1.02W/kg (head)
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