LG K9 (X210HM 32GB) vs Motorola Moto G (XT1036 16GB)

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Side by side comparison between LG K9 vs Motorola Moto G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/14/2018 8:54 PM, updated: 8/2/2020 3:49 PM

Compare Motorola Moto G X LG K9 (X210HM 32GB) 15Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

720x1280

8
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2500
mAh

(Removable)

04Points Motorola Moto G (XT1036 16GB) Compare LG K9 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.5"
IPS

720x1280

5
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2070
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)

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15 Advantages LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	vs	4 Advantages Motorola Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
+1.3GHz 32bit Quad-core8% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core
+2GB LPDDR3100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1GB LPDDR2
+32GB (22GB available)69% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (13GB available)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)41% Thinner	vs	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+5"11% Larger screen	vs	4.5"
+(back) 8MP59% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 5MP
+f/2.0 (aperture)20% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 5MP3 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 1.3MP
+Android 7.1.2 NougatAdvantage Android 7.1.2 Nougat is newer and safer	vs	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
+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
+2500 mAh21% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2070 mAh
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
152 grams (5.32 ounces)	vs	+143 grams (5.01 ounces)6% Lighter
294 PPI	vs	+326 PPI11% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

23 Common items in both devices

eMMC 4.5

Plastic body, glass front

TFT IPS LCD

16 million

720x1280 pixels

LED flash

Only digital zoom

+16 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
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Model	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Other model names	LG K9 Prime, TelCel LG K9 LMX210HM, LM-X210HM	Motorola Moto G1 XT1036, Motorola Falcon
Country or region available	Mexico, Peru	USA
Brand	LG	Motorola
Release date	4/1/2018	11/13/2013
Depth	8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)	73.2 x 146.3 millimeters (2.88 x 5.76 in)	65.9 x 129.9 millimeters (2.59 x 5.11 in)
Weight	152 grams (5.32 ounces)	143 grams (5.01 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	5" inches	4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~64.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~65.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels	720x1280 pixels (16:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	294 PPI	326 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
System version	Android 7.1.2 Nougat	Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909 (28nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 (28nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 304	Qualcomm Adreno 305
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
RAM memory	2GB LPDDR3	1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	32GB (22GB available) eMMC 4.5	16GB (13GB available) eMMC 4.5
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-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	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 (Bands 2,4,5,7,17,28,66)	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	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 K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/4" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	5 megapixels	1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (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 K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, MKV, XviD	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.2 + 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	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-45F1F	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2500 mAh	2070 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	7 hours	24 hours (1 day)
Standby	250 hours (10.4 days)	210 hours (8.8 days)
➕ Other features
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
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: Aurora Black, Moroccan Blue, Terra Gold • Plastic body	• Colors: Black (front panel), 7 color options (back panel) • Slow motion video • WiFi hotspot • Google Drive 50GB
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG K9 (X210HM 32GB)	Moto G (XT1036 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.89W/kg (head), 1.25W/kg (body)	1.17W/kg (head), 1.06W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.79W/kg (head)