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Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) vs LG Spectrum (VS920)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Google Nexus S vs LG Spectrum phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare LG Spectrum X Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) 04Points
Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

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17Points LG Spectrum (VS920) Compare Samsung Google Nexus S X
LG Spectrum (VS920)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
4.5"
IPS

720x1280

8
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1830
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG Spectrum (VS920)

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Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)} 4 Advantages Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) vs Spectrum (VS920)} 17 Advantages LG Spectrum (VS920)
+16GB (13GB available)6 times
More internal storage for applications and files		vs4GB (2GB available)
+131 grams (4.59 ounces)8%
Lighter		vs142 grams (4.97 ounces)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid		vsTFT IPS LCD
+Android 4.1.1 Jelly BeanAdvantage
Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean is newer and safer		vsAndroid 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
1GHz 32bit Single-corevs+1.5GHz 32bit Dual-core122%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2vs+1GB LPDDR2100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
Not supportedvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches)vs+10.48 millimeters (0.41 inches)7%
Thinner
480x800 pixelsvs+720x1280 pixels140%
Higher resolution screen
233 PPIvs+326 PPI40%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4"vs+4.5"13%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(back) 8MP63%
Higher resolution main camera
(front) 0.3MPvs+(front) 1.3MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
VGA (720x480)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)5 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) VGA (640x480)vs+(front) HD (1280x720)2 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
4G WiMAXvs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(4G WiMAX) 75 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps33%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
1500 mAhvs+1830 mAh22%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
2.1 + A2DPvs+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
20 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
Capacitive
Multitouch
+13 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

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
 
ModelGoogle Nexus S (SPH-D720)Spectrum (VS920)
Other model namesSprint Samsung Nexus S 4G-WiMax SPH-D720, Samsung SojuVerizon LG Spectrum, LG-VS920, LGVS920, LG Revolution 2
Country or region availableUSA
USA		USA
USA
BrandSamsungLG
Release date5/8/20111/19/2012
Depth11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches)10.48 millimeters (0.41 inches)
Size (width x height)63 x 123.9 millimeters (2.48 x 4.88 in)68.8 x 135.4 millimeters (2.71 x 5.33 in)
Weight131 grams (4.59 ounces)142 grams (4.97 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size4" inches4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~58.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~59.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x800 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)233 PPI326 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
System versionAndroid 2.3.4 GingerbreadAndroid 2.3.7 Gingerbread
Firmware updateAndroid 4.1.1 Jelly BeanAndroid 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Chipset32bit: Samsung Exynos 3 Single 3110 (45nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 MSM8660
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)		Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.5GHz Scorpion (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR SGX540Qualcomm Adreno 220
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
RAM memory512MB LPDDR21GB LPDDR2
Internal storage16GB (13GB available)
eMMC		4GB (2GB available)
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload75/25 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandNot supportedNot supported
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900CDMA 800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DOCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Primary 4G networkWiMAX 802.16LTE Cat3 (Band 13)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, WiMAXCDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution2560x1920 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)VGA (720x480) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED 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
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Front camera (secondary)0.3 megapixels1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution640x480 pixels1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)HD (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

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-49KH
Battery capacity1500 mAh1830 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy6 hours8.3 hours
Standby428 hours (17.8 days)348 hours (14.5 days)

➕ Other features

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• Contour Display with curved glass screen
• Panorama photo
• WiFi hotspot
• Java framework		• Colors: Black
• 16GB microSD included
• True HD Graphic Engine
• Dolby Digital Plus sound
• HAC (M3/T4)
• WiFi dual-band
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)LG Spectrum (VS920)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.86W/kg (head), 1.11W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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