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LG Extravert 2 (VN280) vs Samsung Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)

Side by side comparison between LG Extravert 2 vs Samsung Galaxy M40 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy M40 X LG Extravert 2 (VN280) 03Points
3.2"
TFT

240x400

2
MP
N/A
1000
mAh

(Removable)

vs
34Points Samsung Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS) Compare LG Extravert 2 X
6.3"
PLS

1080x2340

32
MP

16mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Extravert 2 (VN280)} 3 Advantages LG Extravert 2 (VN280) vs Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)} 34 Advantages Samsung Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
+118 grams (4.13 ounces)42%
Lighter
vs168 grams (5.88 ounces)
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
512MBvs+128GB (105GB available)209 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
16 millimeters (0.63 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)103%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT PLSAdvantage
TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x400 pixelsvs+1080x2340 pixels25 times
Higher resolution screen
146 PPIvs+409 PPI180%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"vs+6.3"97%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(triple camera) 32MP + 8MP + 5MP22 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 16MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)107 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
2G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0vs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(2G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0) 0.153 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps2613 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAhvs+3500 mAh3 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
3.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
HTML, XHTMLvs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

7 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
A-GPS, GeoTagging / A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
MicroUSB 2.0 / USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
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ModelExtravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Other model namesVerizon LG Extravert 2 VN280, LG VN280Galaxy M40 SM-M405F/Dual-Sim (128GB + 6GB RAM)
Country or region availableUSA
USA
India
India
BrandLGSamsung
Release date4/1/20146/11/2019
Depth16 millimeters (0.63 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)55 x 112 millimeters (2.17 x 4.41 in)73.9 x 155.3 millimeters (2.91 x 6.11 in)
Weight118 grams (4.13 ounces)168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT PLS
Screen size3.2" inches6.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~47.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~84.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x400 pixels1080x2340 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)146 PPI409 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿค– Operating System

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
System versionProprietary OSAndroid 9.0 Pie
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 10
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Chipset32bit64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SDM675 (11nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz Kryo 460 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 460 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 612 845Mhz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
RAM memoryfeature not registered6GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage512MB128GB (105GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.153 Mbps400/50 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandNot supportedQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat6 (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels(triple camera)
32 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.212mm1.12ยตmPDAF
5MP depth f/2.2
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels6528x4896 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.7 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8ยตm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported16 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFiNot supported802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1000 mAh3500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy6 hours29 hours (1.2 days)
Standby380 hours (15.8 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Blue
โ€ข LED notification
โ€ข Facebook, Twitter
โ€ข Opera browser
โ€ข HAC (M4/T4)
โ€ข Colors: Midnight Blue, Sweater Blue
โ€ข One UI
โ€ข Dolby Atmos sound
โ€ข Slow motion 240fps

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Galaxy M40 (SM-M405F/DS)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.03W/kg (head), 1.3W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.274W/kg (head), 1.17W/kg (body)
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