LG G3 (LS990 32GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)

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Side by side comparison between LG G3 vs Samsung Galaxy S5 mini phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/28/2014 1:12 PM, updated: 5/11/2020 12:55 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S5 mini X LG G3 (LS990 32GB) 22Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
IPS+

1440x2392

13
MP

2.1mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Removable)

07Points Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS) Compare LG G3 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.5"
AMOLED

720x1280

8
MP

2.1mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2100
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG G3 (LS990 32GB)

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22 Advantages LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	vs	7 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
+2.5GHz 32bit Quad-core110% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.4GHz 32bit Quad-core
+3GB LPDDR3100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1.5GB LPDDR3
+32GB (24GB available)100% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (12GB available)
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)2% Thinner	vs	9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
+1440x2392 pixels3 times Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1280 pixels
+508 PPI56% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	326 PPI
+5.5"22% Larger screen	vs	4.5"
+(back) 13MP62% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	LED flash
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps6 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+3000 mAh43% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2100 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+Micro-B USB SlimPortAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
149 grams (5.22 ounces)	vs	+120 grams (4.2 ounces)24% Lighter
TFT Super IPS+	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Android 6.0 Marshmallow	vs	+Android 6.0.1 MarshmallowAdvantage Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is newer and safer
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Heart rateAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

24 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

HDR photo/video only main camera / HDR photo only main camera

f/2.4 (aperture)

(front) 2.1MP

(front) Full HD (1920x1080)

+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Other model names	Sprint LG G3 4G LS990 TD-LTE, LG G3 CDMA, LG B2	Galaxy S5 mini SM-G800H/Dual-sim 3G, Samsung Atlantic
Country or region available	USA	(Latin America), Brazil
Brand	LG	Samsung
Release date	6/1/2014	7/1/2014
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)	74.6 x 146.3 millimeters (2.94 x 5.76 in)	64.8 x 131.1 millimeters (2.55 x 5.16 in)
Weight	149 grams (5.22 ounces)	120 grams (4.2 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min
📲 Display
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Display type	TFT Super IPS+	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5.5" inches	4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~79% (screen-to-body ratio)	~65.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1440x2392 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	508 PPI	326 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
System version	Android 4.4.2 KitKat	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware update	Android 6.0 Marshmallow	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AC (28nm)	32bit: Samsung Exynos 3 Quad 3470 (28nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.5GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 330 578Mhz	ARM Mali-400 MP4 450Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR3	1.5GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	32GB (24GB available)	16GB (12GB available) eMMC 5.0
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	21/5.76 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	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 850/1900 (Bands 25,26) TD-LTE 2500 (Bands 41)	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+, TD-LTE, LTE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4160x3120 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	29mm (lens)	31mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video only main camera	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Front camera (secondary)	2.1 megapixels	2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution	1920x1080 pixels	1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Micro-B USB SlimPort	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Heart rate Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-53YH	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh	2100 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	20 hours	10 hours
Standby	500 hours (20.8 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Gold, Violet, Red • USB OTG On-The-Go 1.3 • Notification LED • Dolby mobile sound • 1W Speaker with Boost AMP • Knock Code, Quick Memo, QRemote • Plastic body • MiraCast • Wireless Charging	• Colors: Black, Blue, White, Gold • Panorama photo • S-Voice
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG G3 (LS990 32GB)	Galaxy S5 mini Duos (SM-G800H/DS)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.07W/kg (head), 0.95W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.693W/kg (head), 0.544W/kg (body)