Apple iPhone 5 (32GB) vs LG Optimus Link (P690)

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Side by side comparison between Apple iPhone 5 vs LG Optimus Link phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/21/2017 10:09 PM, updated: 9/26/2024 2:51 PM

Compare LG Optimus Link X Apple iPhone 5 (32GB) 28Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
IPS

640x1136

8
MP

1.2mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1440
mAh

(Non removable)

06Points LG Optimus Link (P690) Compare Apple iPhone 5 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 5 (32GB)

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28 Advantages Apple iPhone 5 (32GB)	vs	6 Advantages LG Optimus Link (P690)
+1.3GHz 32bit Dual-core (32nm)104% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	800MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)
+1GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR
+32GB (28GB available)190 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	512MB (150MB available)
+112 grams (3.92 ounces)15% Lighter	vs	129 grams (4.52 ounces)
+7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)59% Thinner	vs	12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body
+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	260 thousand
+640x1136 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+326 PPI81% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	180 PPI
+4"25% Larger screen	vs	3.2"
+(back) 8MP154% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 1.2MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	VGA (640x480)
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSDPA
+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps27 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+Proprietary TV-outAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable	vs	Not supported
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	3.0 + A2DP
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
2300000 apps (App Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use
1440 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh4% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

14 Common items in both devices

60Hz

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Compass

+7 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
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Model	iPhone 5 (32GB)	Optimus Link (P690)
Other model names	iPhone 5 A1428 (GSM), A1429 (CDMA)	LG Optimus Net, LGP690, LG-P690, LG Gelato
Country or region available	(Global, International)	Kazakhstan, Russia, Ukraine
Brand	Apple	LG
Release date	9/21/2012, Announced: 9/12/2012	7/12/2011
Depth	7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)	12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)	58.6 x 123.8 millimeters (2.31 x 4.87 in)	59 x 113.5 millimeters (2.32 x 4.47 in)
Weight	112 grams (3.92 ounces)	129 grams (4.52 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Display type	TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	4" inches	3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~60.8% (screen-to-body ratio)	~45.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	640x1136 pixels (16:9)	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 5-points	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	326 PPI	180 PPI
Colors	16 million	260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
System version	iOS 6.0	Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread
Firmware update	iOS 10	Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Chipset	32bit: Apple A6 (32nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 (MSM7227T) (65nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.3GHz Swift (Dual-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR SGX543 (3-core, 266MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 200 (226MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	Basemark X: 2229	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	32GB (28GB available) eMMC 4.5	512MB (150MB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	100/50 Mbps	3.6/0.384 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900 (A1428), CDMA 800/1900/2100 (A1429)	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	A1428 model: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 A1429 model: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	UMTS 900/1700/1800/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat3 A1428 model: LTE (4, 17) A1429 CDMA model: LTE (1, 2, 3, 5, 17) A1429 GSM model: LTE (1, 3, 5)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	VGA (640x480) 24 fps
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	33mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.2" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.4µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Front camera (secondary)	1.2 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	1280x960 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	35mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MPEG4, H.264, Motion JPG, MOV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, AAC, eAAC, WAV, M4A	MP3, WAV, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
USB	USB 2.0 proprietary connector	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1440 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	8 hours	9 hours
Standby	225 hours (9.4 days)	450 hours (18.8 days)
➕ Other features
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized with tutorial	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: White, Black • Dual-mode CDMA/GSM phone • HD voice • Video stabilization • Dock connector port • Panorama photo • Siri Voice Control • FaceTime • HAC (M3/T4) • WiFi hotspot	• Colors: Black • 2GB microSD included • LG SmartShare • LG 3Way Sync • WiFi hotspot Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	iPhone 5 (32GB)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.18W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.95W/kg (head), 0.9W/kg (body)	feature not registered