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LG Extravert 2 (VN280) vs Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)

Side by side comparison between LG Extravert 2 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 3S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Black Shark 3S X LG Extravert 2 (VN280) 03Points
LG Extravert 2 (VN280)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.2"
TFT

240x400

2
MP
N/A
1000
mAh

(Removable)

vs
32Points Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB) Compare LG Extravert 2 X
Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
6.67"
AMOLED

1080x2400

64
MP

20mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4729
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)

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 Black Shark 3S (256GB)} 32 Advantages Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards		vsNot supported
+118 grams (4.13 ounces)88%
Lighter		vs222 grams (7.77 ounces)
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
512MBvs+256GB (230GB available)459 times
More internal storage for applications and files
16 millimeters (0.63 inches)vs+10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)54%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x400 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels26 times
Higher resolution screen
146 PPIvs+395 PPI171%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"vs+6.67"108%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(triple camera) 64MP + 13MP + 5MP42 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+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 20MPAdvantage
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+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(2G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0) 0.153 Mbpsvs+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps13071 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+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (under display)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+4729 mAh4 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)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+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
3.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
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
8 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
3.5mm jack
A-GPS, GeoTagging / A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
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📱 Model features

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
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ModelExtravert 2 (VN280)Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Other model namesVerizon LG Extravert 2 VN280, LG VN280小米 Black Shark 3S 5G (256GB + 12GB RAM)
Country or region availableUSA
USA		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandLGXiaomi
Release date4/1/20148/4/2020, Announced: 7/31/2020
Depth16 millimeters (0.63 inches)10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)
Size (width x height)55 x 112 millimeters (2.17 x 4.41 in)77.33 x 168.72 millimeters (3.04 x 6.64 in)
Weight118 grams (4.13 ounces)222 grams (7.77 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredAluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Display typeTFT LCDAMOLED
Screen size3.2" inches6.67" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~47.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~82.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x400 pixels1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)146 PPI395 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered120Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered500nits[typ]
HDR10+
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
System versionProprietary OSAndroid 10
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 11
User Interfacefeature not registeredJOYUI 12

⚙️ Processor

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Chipset32bit64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core		Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 618083 (v8)

💽 Memory and storage

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
RAM memoryfeature not registered12GB LPDDR5
Internal storage512MB256GB (230GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)		Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.153 Mbps2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandNot supportedQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA (41, 78, 79)
Primary data networkCDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels(triple camera)
64 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.3120°
5MP depth f/2.2
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.72" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8Âľm 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 supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@240fps
720p@1920fps

📸 Front camera

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported20 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported5184x3840 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 registered1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.9Âľm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
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

🔌 Connectivity

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFiNot supported802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1000 mAh4729 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging65W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 4
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredMagnetic charging (dock)
Talk time autonomy6 hoursfeature not registered
Standby380 hours (15.8 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice 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 browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Blue
• LED notification
• Facebook, Twitter
• Opera browser
• HAC (M4/T4)		• Colors: Sky Cloud Black, Crystal Blue
• Liquid Cooling System
• Physical pop-up gaming triggers

☢️ Radiation rate

LG Extravert 2 (VN280)Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)
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 registeredfeature not registered
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