LG K8 2017 (X240) vs Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)

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Side by side comparison between LG K8 (2017) vs Microsoft Lumia 640 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/18/2017 11:58 PM, updated: 5/11/2020 1:23 PM

Compare Microsoft Lumia 640 X LG K8 2017 (X240) 11Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2500
mAh

(Removable)

07Points Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G) Compare LG K8 (2017) X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

720x1280

8
MP

1mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG K8 2017 (X240)

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11 Advantages LG K8 2017 (X240)	vs	7 Advantages Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
+1.25GHz 64bit Quad-core20% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core
+1.5GB LPDDR350% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1GB LPDDR2
+16GB (9GB available)2 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	8GB (3GB available)
+8.25 millimeters (0.32 inches)7% Thinner	vs	8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+(back) 13MP60% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+1/3" inches33% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/4" inches
+(front) 5MP4 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 1MP
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)4 times More apps available to download and use	vs	700000 apps (Marketplace)
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps3 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards
148 grams (5.18 ounces)	vs	+145 grams (5.08 ounces)2% Lighter
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

29 Common items in both devices

TFT IPS LCD

16 million

720x1280 pixels

294 PPI

LED flash

Only digital zoom

+22 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Other model names	LG K8 2017 Dual-Sim, LGX240, LG-X240, LG PP2	Microsoft Lumia 640 3G Dual Sim, Microsoft RM-1109
Country or region available	Saudi Arabia, Algeria, United Arab Emirates, Russia, Ukraine	feature not registered
Brand	LG	Microsoft
Release date	3/1/2017	4/1/2015
Depth	8.25 millimeters (0.32 inches)	8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)	73.2 x 147.15 millimeters (2.88 x 5.79 in)	72.2 x 141.3 millimeters (2.84 x 5.56 in)
Weight	148 grams (5.18 ounces)	145 grams (5.08 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	5" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~64% (screen-to-body ratio)	~67.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	294 PPI	294 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
System version	Android 6.0 Marshmallow	Windows Phone 8.1
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Chipset	64bit: MediaTek MT6737 (28nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8926 (28nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.25GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-T720 MP2 550Mhz	Qualcomm Adreno 305 400Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
RAM memory	1.5GB LPDDR3	1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	16GB (9GB available) eMMC 5.0	8GB (3GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	42/5.76 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	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 (Bands 3, 7, 20)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3" inches	1/4" inches
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Front camera (secondary)	5 megapixels	1 megapixels
Front camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	1280x720 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/5" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.1 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	2500 mAh	2500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	3.2 hours	20 hours
Standby	310 hours (12.9 days)	840 hours (35 days)
➕ Other features
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
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: Indigo, Gold • 2.5D glass screen • Quick Selfie	• Colors: Black • Lumia Denim UI • Microsoft ClearBlack display • OneDrive 30GB • Beidou GPS • WiFi hotspot
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG K8 2017 (X240)	Microsoft Lumia 640 (Dual-Sim 3G)
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