LG K5 (X220) vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)

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Side by side comparison between LG K5 vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/12/2025 9:39 AM, updated: 9/13/2025 9:02 PM

Compare Apple iPhone 17 Pro X LG K5 (X220) 06Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

480x854

5
MP

2mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

1900
mAh

(Removable)

37Points Apple iPhone 17 Pro (512GB) Compare LG K5 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.3"
OLED

1206x2622

48
MP

18mp

12GB
RAM

Hexa-core

3988
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)

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6 Advantages LG K5 (X220)	vs	37 Advantages Apple iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+128 grams (4.48 ounces)61% Lighter	vs	206 grams (7.21 ounces)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use	vs	2300000 apps (App Store)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C reversible connector
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1.3GHz 32bit Quad-core	vs	+4.26GHz 64bit Hexa-core (3nm)3 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR3	vs	+12GB LPDDR5X11 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (3GB available)	vs	+512GB (482GB available)160 times More internal storage for applications and files
8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	vs	+8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)1% Thinner
Plastic body, glass front	vs	+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material
TFT IPS LCD	vs	+LTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDAdvantage LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display is brighter and more vivid
16 million	vs	+1 billion62 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
480x854 pixels	vs	+1206x2622 pixels7 times Higher resolution screen
196 PPI	vs	+458 PPI134% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
5"	vs	+6.3"26% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(quad camera) 48MP + 48MP + 48MP + 0.3MP28 times Higher resolution main camera
LED flash	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main camera	vs	+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
1/5" inches	vs	+1/1.28" inches3 times The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
f/2.6 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.6 (aperture)62% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 2MP	vs	+(dual front camera) 18MP + 0.3MP8 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Full HD (1920x1080)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) VGA (640x480)	vs	+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
3G+ HSPA+	vs	+5G mmWaveAdvantage The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps	vs	+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps237 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 3DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
1900 mAh	vs	+3988 mAh110% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
4.1 + A2DP	vs	+6.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 6.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+USB 3.2 Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

11 Common items in both devices

Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

Video calling

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📱 Model features
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
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Model	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Other model names	LG K5 X220, LG-X220	iPhone 17 Pro (A3256, A3522, A3523, A3524)
Country or region available	United Arab Emirates, (Europe)	(Global, International)
Brand	LG	Apple
Release date	6/1/2016	9/19/2025, Announced: 9/9/2025
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)	71.6 x 145 millimeters (2.82 x 5.71 in)	71.9 x 150 millimeters (2.83 x 5.91 in)
Weight	128 grams (4.48 ounces)	206 grams (7.21 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Ceramic Shield
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen size	5" inches	6.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~66.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~90.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x854 pixels	1206x2622 pixels (19.5:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	196 PPI	458 PPI
Colors	16 million	1 billion
Scratch-resistant glass	Dragontrail Glass	Ceramic Shield 2
Refresh rate	feature not registered	120Hz
Display features	feature not registered	1000nits[typ], 3000nits[peak] Dolby Vision/HDR10 Always-On Display Oleophobic coating screen True-tone Wide color gamut
🤖 Operating System
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
System version	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop	iOS 26
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Chipset	32bit: MediaTek MT6580M (28nm)	64bit: Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Hexa-core, 2 processors: 2x 4.26GHz P-Core (Dual-core) 4x 2.2GHz E-Core (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-400 MP2 400Mhz	A19 Pro GPU (6-core)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 2002108 (v10) Geekbench: 9699 (v6.5)
💽 Memory and storage
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR3	12GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage	8GB (3GB available)	512GB (482GB available) NVMe (SSD)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload	21/5.76 Mbps	5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
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	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 VoLTE A3523 (International): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 53, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) A3256 e-SIM only (USA): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 53, 66, 71) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) A3522 (Canada, Mexico, EMEA): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 53, 66, 71) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) A3524 No e-SIM (China): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	A3523 (International): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79) A3256 e-SIM only (USA): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79) mmWave (258, 260, 261) A3522 (Canada, Mexico, EMEA): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79) A3524 No e-SIM (China): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
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
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	(quad camera) 48 megapixels 48MP ultrawide f/2.213mm120°1/2.55"0.7µmPDAF 48MP periscope telephoto f/2.8100mm1/2.55"0.7µmPDAFOIS8x-optical-zoom 0.3MP TOF 3D LiDAR-scanner
Main camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 120 fps
Flash	LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.6 (aperture)	f/1.6 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	24mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/5" inches	1/1.28" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.22µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS: Optical stabilization on both cameras
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	4K@24/25/30/60/120fps 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps Dolby Vision (60fps) 10-bit HDR ProRes RAW Cinematic mode
📸 Front camera
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Front camera (secondary)	2 megapixels	(dual front camera) 18 megapixels 0.3MP SL 3D
Front camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	5184x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	VGA (640x480)	4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.9 (aperture)
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 K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio 3D
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	3 microphones
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 3.2 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	4.1 + A2DP	6.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock 3D Gyroscope Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1900 mAh	3988 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	40W Wired fast charging 4.5W Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	25W Qi2 wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	4 hours	feature not registered
Standby	100 hours (4.2 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), 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: Gold, Silver, Titan • 2.5D Arc Glass screen • LG KnockCode, KnockOn	• Colors: Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue • Apple Intelligence • Apple Pay • Face ID • MagSafe
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG K5 (X220)	iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered